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caught
Definition:
(nou) a drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident (nou) the quantity that was caught (nou) a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect (nou) anything that is caught (especially if it is worth catching) (nou) a break or check in the voice (usually a sign of strong emotion) (nou) a restraint that checks the motion of something (nou) a fastener that fastens or locks a door or window (nou) a cooperative game in which a ball is passed back and forth (nou) the act of catching an object with the hands (nou) the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal)
Phonetic Transcription:
kætʃ
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Common mistakes of caught pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "caught" with a short vowel sound, like in "cat". This is incorrect. In US English, it should be pronounced as /kɔt/ and in UK English as /kɔːt/. Tip: Focus on making the "aw" sound longer.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is to stress the "t" too much, making it sound like "cot". In "caught", the "t" should be softer. The correct IPA is /kɔt/ (US) and /kɔːt/ (UK). Tip: Try to blend the "t" with the preceding vowel.
- Confusing with "cot": Some may confuse "caught" with "cot", which has a different vowel sound. "Cot" is pronounced /kɑt/ in US English. Tip: Practice distinguishing between the "aw" in "caught" and the "o" in "cot".
- Ignoring the length of the vowel: Learners often pronounce "caught" with a short vowel sound similar to "cut". The correct pronunciation has a longer vowel sound: /kɔt/ (US) and /kɔːt/ (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the length of the vowel.
- Incorrect regional accents: Depending on the region, some might say "caught" differently, leading to confusion. For example, in some accents, it may sound like "cot". Tip: Be aware of regional variations and practice with audio resources for clarity.