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circuit
Definition:
(nou) an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow (nou) a journey or route all the way around a particular place or area (nou) an established itinerary of venues or events that a particular group of people travel to (nou) the boundary line encompassing an area or object (nou) a judicial division of a state or the United States (so-called because originally judges traveled and held court in different locations); one of the twelve groups of states in the United States that is covered by a particular circ (nou) a racetrack for automobile races (nou) movement once around a course
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɜːkɪt
Examples:
The band hit the touring and hardcore festival circuit the following year.
Animating the Reo circuit is a good way to better understanding its behavior.
A detecting circuit detects the level of the output of the driving circuit.
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Common mistakes of circuit pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "cir-ˈcuit." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsɜr.kɪt" (US) and "ˈsɜː.kɪt" (UK). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable when saying "circuit."
- Omitting the "c": A common mistake is dropping the "c" sound, leading to a pronunciation like "ˈsɜr.ɪt." The "c" is essential for clarity. Tip: Make sure to pronounce both "c" sounds distinctly in "circuit."
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "u" in "circuit" as a long vowel, saying "ˈsɜr.kut." The correct vowel sound is short: "ɪ" as in "kit." Tip: Practice saying "circuit" with a short "i" to ensure accuracy.
- Mispronouncing the final "t": Learners sometimes soften the "t" at the end, resulting in "ˈsɜr.kɪ." The "t" should be clear and pronounced. Tip: Be sure to articulate the "t" fully when saying "circuit."
- Adding extra syllables: Some people mistakenly add an extra syllable, saying "cir-ˈcu-it." The correct pronunciation has only two syllables: "ˈsɜr.kɪt." Tip: Focus on keeping "circuit" concise with just two clear syllables.