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How to pronounce:
chaste
Phonetic Transcription:
tʃeɪst
Examples:
She was chaste and noble and good.
This chaste woman is the wife of another.
A timid and chaste kiss is the prize for the serenata.
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Common mistakes of chaste pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "chaste" as /ʧeɪst/. The correct pronunciation is /ʧeɪst/ in both US and UK. Tip: Always stress the first part of the word.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is to overpronounce the "t", making it sound like "chaste" as /ʧeɪst/. The "t" should be clear but not overly emphasized. Tip: Keep the "t" crisp but subtle.
- Confusing with "chaste" and "chaste": Some may confuse "chaste" with "chaste," which has a different meaning. Both are pronounced the same way as /ʧeɪst/. Tip: Remember that context will help clarify the meaning.
- Ignoring vowel length: Learners might rush the vowel sound, pronouncing "chaste" too quickly as /ʧɛɪst/. The vowel should be pronounced as a long "a" sound. Tip: Stretch the vowel sound slightly to ensure clarity.
- Mispronouncing the initial sound: Some may incorrectly say "chaste" starting with a hard "k" sound, as in /keɪst/. The correct initial sound is /ʧ/. Tip: Focus on the "ch" sound, which is softer and more pronounced.