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buffet
Definition:
(nou) a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers (nou) a meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves (nou) usually inexpensive bar
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbʊfeɪ
Examples:
In the 1990s a buffet was added to the restaurant.
The buffet restaurant was renovated in 2006.
Is a gratuity appropriate when dining at a restaurant buffet
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Common mistakes of buffet pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many people mispronounce "buffet" as /ˈbʌf.eɪ/ instead of the correct US pronunciation /ˈbʌf.ɪt/ and UK /ˈbʌf.eɪ/. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound in the US version and the "eɪ" in the UK version.
- Stress placement error: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "buf-FET" instead of the correct US /ˈbʌf.ɪt/ and UK /ˈbʌf.eɪ/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable "buf" for both pronunciations.
- Confusion with "buffet" as a verb: The verb form "buffet" is pronounced /bʌfˈeɪ/ in both US and UK English, causing confusion. Tip: Distinguish between the noun "buffet" meaning a meal and the verb meaning to strike.
- Overemphasis on the final "t": Some speakers may overly emphasize the "t" sound, pronouncing it more like "buffeT" instead of the softer ending in the US /ˈbʌf.ɪt/. Tip: Keep the final "t" subtle and smooth to sound more natural.
- Mispronouncing the "u": A common mistake is pronouncing the "u" in "buffet" as /juː/ instead of /ʌ/. Tip: Practice saying "buff" to ensure the correct vowel sound before adding the second syllable.