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bidet
Definition:
(nou) a basin for washing genitals and anal area
Examples:
A hole is provided in the lower portion of the basin for draining the bidet.
Integration of toilet and bidet.
The bidet is an upmarket device.
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Common mistakes of bidet pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bi-ˈdet". The correct pronunciation is "ˈbɪ.deɪ" in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to avoid this mistake.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common error is pronouncing it with a short "i" as in "bid", resulting in "ˈbɪd.et". The correct vowel sound is a long "i" as in "day". Tip: Practice saying "day" to master the vowel sound.
- Omitting the final sound: Some people drop the final "t" sound, saying "ˈbɪ.deɪ" instead of "ˈbɪ.deɪt". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Be sure to pronounce the "t" clearly at the end of the word.
- Confusion with similar words: Learners may confuse "bidet" with "bid" or "bide", leading to mispronunciation. "Bidet" has a distinct sound pattern. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the IPA transcription "ˈbɪ.deɪ" to differentiate.
- Mispronouncing as a single syllable: Some may say "bide" or "bid" as if it's one syllable. "Bidet" has two syllables: "ˈbɪ.deɪ". Tip: Break it down into syllables to practice clarity in pronunciation.