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biscuit

Definition:

(nou) small round bread leavened with baking-powder or soda (nou) any of various small flat sweet cakes (`biscuit' is the British term)

Examples:

Therein lies the crux of the biscuit.

The title is a pun on the biscuit of the same name.

This was the first firing of the raw basic biscuit ware.

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Common mistakes of biscuit pronunciation

Incorrect vowel sound: Some people pronounce "biscuit" with a long "i" sound, like /ˈbɪs.kɪt/. In both US and UK English, the "i" is a short vowel sound. Tip: Focus on the short "i" as in "bit".
Stress misplacement: Often, learners stress the second syllable, saying /bɪsˈkɪt/. The correct primary stress is on the first syllable, /ˈbɪs.kɪt/. Tip: Emphasize the first part of the word when you say it.
Overpronouncing the "t": Some speakers may overly articulate the "t" in "biscuit," making it sound like /ˈbɪs.kɪt/. In natural speech, it's softer and less pronounced. Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick.
Missing the "u" sound: Learners sometimes skip the "u" sound, pronouncing it as /ˈbɪs.kɪt/. The "u" is important in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Ensure you include the "u" sound, making it /ˈbɪs.kɪt/.
Confusing with "biscotti": Some may confuse "biscuit" with "biscotti," which has a different pronunciation. "Biscotti" is pronounced /bɪsˈkɒ.ti/ in UK and /bɪsˈkɑː.ti/ in US. Tip: Remember that "biscuit" has a shorter second syllable.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "biscuit" in American English?

In American English, "biscuit" is pronounced as /ˈbɪs.kɪt/ with the stress on the first syllable. The "i" in the first syllable sounds like "ih" as in "sit," and the "u" in the second syllable is a short "i" sound.

What is the British pronunciation of "biscuit"?

In British English, "biscuit" is also pronounced as /ˈbɪs.kɪt/, sharing the same IPA as American English. However, the British pronunciation may sound slightly more clipped and formal compared to the American version.

Does "biscuit" have any silent letters?

No, there are no silent letters in "biscuit." Each letter is pronounced, and the word has two syllables: "bis" and "cuit," with the "c" pronounced clearly.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "biscuit"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing the second syllable as "kwit" instead of "kit." Remember to use the short "i" sound in the second syllable to pronounce "biscuit" correctly as /ˈbɪs.kɪt/.