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cloth
Definition:
(nou) artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
Phonetic Transcription:
klɒθ
Examples:
The material to be treated passes between the cylinder and the backing cloth.
The cloth is dried in the sun.
The cloth was made into a stockinette.
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Common mistakes of cloth pronunciation
- Misplacing the "h": Some learners pronounce "cloth" as /klɔθ/ instead of /klɔθ/ in UK English or /klɔθ/ in US English. Tip: Focus on the correct placement of "h" after "c" for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is pronouncing "cloth" with a strong "t" sound, as in /klɔtθ/. This can lead to confusion with words like "clot." Tip: Keep the "t" soft and subtle.
- Confusing with "clothes": Many confuse "cloth" with "clothes," leading to mispronunciation. "Clothes" is pronounced /kloʊðz/ in US English and /kləʊðz/ in UK English. Tip: Remember "cloth" refers to fabric, while "clothes" are garments.
- Neglecting vowel sounds: Some speakers may mispronounce "cloth" by altering the vowel sound, saying /klɒθ/ instead of /klɔθ/. This can happen in different accents. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Learners might incorrectly stress "cloth" as /ˈklɔθ/, placing emphasis on the first syllable. In both US and UK English, the stress is on the single syllable. Tip: Practice saying "cloth" as a one-syllable word to master the stress.