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chips
Definition:
(nou) a small fragment of something broken off from the whole (nou) a triangular wooden float attached to the end of a log line (nou) a piece of dried bovine dung (nou) a thin crisp slice of potato fried in deep fat (nou) a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something (nou) a small disk-shaped counter used to represent money when gambling (nou) electronic equipment consisting of a small crystal of a silicon semiconductor fabricated to carry out a number of electronic functions in an integrated circuit (nou) a low running approach shot (nou) the act of chipping something
Phonetic Transcription:
tʃɪp
Examples:
The chips are crispy and have a sweet taste.
The driver software balances the workload to the chips.
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Common mistakes of chips pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "chips" with a long "i" sound, like "cheeps" /tʃiːps/. This is incorrect in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound /ɪ/ to say "chips" correctly.
- Ignoring the "ch" sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "chips" with a hard "k" sound, like "kips" /kɪps/. This alters the meaning entirely. Tip: Remember that "ch" in "chips" is pronounced as /tʃ/, similar to "chocolate."
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some may stress the "s" in "chips" too much, making it sound like "chipss" /tʃɪpss/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and short, maintaining a natural flow.
- Neglecting the plural form: Learners sometimes say "chip" /tʃɪp/ when referring to multiple items. This is incorrect when talking about more than one. Tip: Always use "chips" /tʃɪps/ when referring to the plural to avoid misunderstanding.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some people might pronounce "chips" with an unclear ending, sounding like "chip" /tʃɪp/. This can lead to confusion in conversation. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "s" clearly to distinguish between singular and plural forms.