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ceilidh
Definition:
(nou) an informal social gathering at which there is Scottish or Irish folk music and singing and folk dancing and story telling
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John Laurie was the choreographer and arranger for the ceilidh sequences.
The traditional name for a cornish ceilidh is a troyl.
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Common mistakes of ceilidh pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "ceilidh" as /ˈkeɪ.lɪð/ instead of /ˈkeɪ.liː/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: People often mispronounce the vowel in "ceilidh," using /eɪ/ instead of the correct /iː/. This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Practice elongating the "i" sound to achieve accuracy.
- Ignoring the "dh" sound: Many forget to pronounce the "dh" at the end of "ceilidh," leading to /ˈkeɪ.li/ instead of /ˈkeɪ.liː/. Tip: Remember that "dh" in this context sounds like "th" in "the."
- Overemphasizing the "c": Some learners pronounce "ceilidh" with a hard "c" sound, saying /ˈkɛɪ.lɪð/ instead of the softer /ˈkeɪ.liː/. Tip: Keep the "c" soft, similar to "s" in "see."
- Mixing up regional accents: In US English, "ceilidh" may be pronounced differently, sometimes as /ˈkeɪ.lɪ/ or /ˈkeɪ.li/. Tip: Familiarize yourself with both UK and US pronunciations to enhance your understanding.