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closet

Definition:

(nou) a small room (or recess) or cabinet used for storage space (nou) a toilet in Britain (nou) a tall piece of furniture that provides storage space for clothes; has a door and rails or hooks for hanging clothes (nou) a small private room for study or prayer

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈklɒzɪt

Examples:

Grandmother antiquated her closet and other furniture.

I move the skateboard to the closet.

The shadow crept closer to the closet.

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Related Words:

furniture

room

drawer

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Common mistakes of closet pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "clo-ZET" instead of the correct "CLO-zit" (/ˈklɒzɪt/ for UK, /ˈklɑːzɪt/ for US). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable.
Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing "closet" with a long "o" sound, like "clo-sit". The correct pronunciation uses a short "o" sound. Tip: Practice saying "clot" to get the right vowel sound.
Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers pronounce the "t" too strongly, making it sound like "closet" with a hard "t". The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" sound. Tip: Try ending with a quick, light "t" to sound more natural.
Missing the vowel sound: Many forget the unstressed vowel in the second syllable, leading to "cloz" instead of "closet". This can make it hard for listeners to understand. Tip: Remember to include the "i" sound in the second syllable.
Incorrect pluralization: Some mistakenly pronounce the plural "closets" as "clo-ZETS" instead of the correct "CLO-zits" (/ˈklɒzɪts/ for UK, /ˈklɑːzɪts/ for US). Tip: Keep the same stress pattern as the singular form.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "closet" in American English?

In American English, "closet" is pronounced as /ˈklɑː.zɪt/. The primary stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "klah," followed by a quick "zit."

What is the British pronunciation of "closet"?

In British English, "closet" is also pronounced as /ˈklɒ.zɪt/. The main difference is in the first vowel sound, which is more rounded and pronounced like "claw."

Does "closet" have a schwa sound?

Yes, in "closet," the second syllable contains a schwa sound, represented as /ɪt/. This makes it sound less stressed and quicker when spoken in casual conversation.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "closet"?

Some learners may mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "clo-ZET" instead of "CLO-zet." Remember to keep the emphasis on the first syllable to sound more natural.