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How to pronounce:
chic
Definition:
(nou) elegance by virtue of being fashionable
Phonetic Transcription:
ʃiːk
Examples:
Cycle chic or bicycle chic is the culture of cycling in fashionable clothes.
The interior is chic and eclectic.
Fading of bisexual chic in the 1980s was mentioned in the megazine.
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Common mistakes of chic pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "chi-C" /ʃɪk/. The correct pronunciation is with stress on the first syllable, "CHIC" /ʃiːk/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "ch" sound at the start.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some people pronounce "chic" with a short "i" sound, saying "chic" /ʧɪk/. The correct vowel sound is a long "e," as in "sheep." Tip: Practice saying "she" before "chic" to get the vowel right.
- Overpronouncing the "ch": A common mistake is to overemphasize the "ch" sound, making it sound like "chick" /ʧɪk/. "Chic" should have a softer "ch" sound. Tip: Think of the "ch" in "she" to keep it gentle.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some learners mistakenly add an extra syllable, saying "chi-ic" /ʃiːɪk/. "Chic" is a single syllable word. Tip: Focus on saying "chic" quickly and smoothly to avoid adding extra sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "chic" with words like "cheek" /ʧiːk/. While they sound similar, the vowel sounds differ. Tip: Pay attention to the length of the vowel sound to differentiate between them.