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chariot

Definition:

(nou) a light four-wheel horse-drawn ceremonial carriage (nou) a two-wheeled horse-drawn battle vehicle; used in war and races in ancient Egypt and Greece and Rome

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈtʃærɪət

Examples:

The number of wheels of the chariot varies.

The horses are yellow and the chariot is made of gold.

The tradition of the chariot race was ended in 1984.

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Common mistakes of chariot pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "cha-RI-et" /ˈtʃæriət/ instead of the correct first syllable stress. Tip: Remember, the stress is on the first syllable: "CHA-riet".
Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "chariot" with an "a" sound like in "cat" /æ/. The correct vowel sound is closer to "air" /ɛə/. Tip: Practice saying "CHA-riet" with an open "air" sound.
Overemphasizing the "t": Some people pronounce the final "t" too strongly, saying "chariot" with a hard "t" /tʃæriˈɒt/. The US pronunciation tends to soften it. Tip: Aim for a softer ending, almost blending into the previous vowel.
Ignoring the "ch" sound: Learners may pronounce "chariot" with a "sh" sound, saying "shariot" instead of the correct "ch" /tʃ/. Tip: Focus on the "ch" sound, as in "cheese", to ensure clarity.
Skipping syllables: Some might say "chariot" as a two-syllable word, "cha-rit". The word has three syllables: "CHA-ri-et" /ˈtʃæriət/. Tip: Practice breaking it down into three distinct syllables for proper pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "chariot" correctly?

The word "chariot" is pronounced as /ˈtʃɛr.i.ət/ in both American and British English. The stress is on the first syllable, "chær," which sounds like "chair," followed by a lighter "i" sound and ending with "ət."

What are the syllables in the word "chariot"?

The word "chariot" has three syllables: "char," "i," and "ot." You can break it down as /ˈtʃɛr.i.ət/, making it easier to pronounce each part clearly.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "chariot"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "cha-ri-ot" instead of "CHAr-i-ot." Remember to put the emphasis on the first syllable to sound more natural.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "chariot" between American and British English?

No, the pronunciation of "chariot" remains the same in both American and British English, which is /ˈtʃɛr.i.ət/. The consistent stress and syllable division help maintain clarity across different accents.