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How to pronounce:
bat
Definition:
(nou) nocturnal mouselike mammal with forelimbs modified to form membranous wings and anatomical adaptations for echolocation by which they navigate (nou) a turn trying to get a hit (nou) a small racket with a long handle used for playing squash (nou) the club used in playing cricket (nou) a club used for hitting a ball in various games
Phonetic Transcription:
bæt
Examples:
The barrel is the thick part of the bat, where the bat is meant to hit the ball.
The door is locked, and John is seen brandishing a baseball bat.
Kelly holds an oversized cricket bat on the left and stands on the right.
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Common mistakes of bat pronunciation
- Misplacing vowel sounds: Some learners might pronounce "bat" with a long vowel sound, like "bāte". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is with a short "a" sound, /bæt/ in US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, similar to "cat".
- Ignoring the final consonant: A common mistake is dropping the "t" sound at the end, pronouncing it as "ba". The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t" sound, /bæt/. Tip: Practice saying "bat" with emphasis on the "t" to ensure it's heard.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "bat" with "bet" or "but", leading to mispronunciation. Each word has distinct vowel sounds and endings. "Bat" is /bæt/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to differentiate between these sounds.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may put stress on the wrong syllable, like "BAT". However, "bat" is a single-syllable word, so the stress is on the only syllable. Tip: Remember that "bat" has no other syllables to stress; say it clearly as one sound.
- Overemphasizing the "b" sound: Over-pronouncing "b" can make it sound harsh, like "bbat". The correct pronunciation is smoother, /bæt/. Tip: Relax your lips when saying "bat" to avoid making the "b" sound too forceful.