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beret
Definition:
(nou) a cap with no brim or bill; made of soft cloth
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It is worn on the brown beret with a red baize and a black baize backing.
This beret is a lighter green than the regular beret.
The beret as a revolutionary symbol.
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Common mistakes of beret pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ber-ET". The correct stress is on the last syllable, as in US /bɛˈreɪ/ and UK /ˈbɛrə/. Tip: Focus on the last syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "beret" with an "a" sound, saying "baret". The correct pronunciation includes the "e" sound, as in US /bɛˈreɪ/ and UK /ˈbɛrə/. Tip: Remember that the "e" is pronounced like "eh" in "bet".
- Silent "t": A common mistake is pronouncing the "t" at the end, as in "beret" sounding like "beret-t". In both US /bɛˈreɪ/ and UK /ˈbɛrə/, the "t" is silent. Tip: Practice saying the word without the "t" to avoid this error.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may overpronounce the "r" in "beret", resulting in a harsh sound. The "r" should be softer, as in US /bɛˈreɪ/ and UK /ˈbɛrə/. Tip: Keep the "r" light and smooth for a more natural sound.
- Lengthening the vowels: A frequent mistake is to elongate the vowels, making "beret" sound like "bay-ray". The correct pronunciation has shorter vowel sounds in both US /bɛˈreɪ/ and UK /ˈbɛrə/. Tip: Keep the vowel sounds crisp and concise.