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coat
Definition:
(nou) an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors (nou) a thin layer covering something (nou) growth of hair or wool or fur covering the body of an animal
Phonetic Transcription:
kəʊt
Examples:
The USA shirt striped regatta, always takes a razor in the pocket of the coat.
The outer coat is hard, wiry and stiff, while the undercoat shorter and softer.
The winter coat is greyer and less patterned than the summer coat.
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Common mistakes of coat pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "coat" with a short vowel sound, like in "cat". The correct pronunciation is /koʊt/ in US English and /kəʊt/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Ignoring the final "t": A common error is to soften or drop the "t" sound at the end of "coat". It should be pronounced clearly as /koʊt/ or /kəʊt/. Tip: Practice saying "coat" slowly to emphasize the final "t".
- Confusing with "coat" and "cot": Some may mix up "coat" with "cot", which has a different vowel sound. "Cot" is pronounced /kɑt/ in US English and /kɒt/ in UK English. Tip: Listen to recordings of both words to distinguish their sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Learners sometimes pronounce "coat" with an exaggerated "c" sound, making it sound harsh. The "c" should be soft, as in /k/. Tip: Relax your mouth when pronouncing "coat" to achieve a smoother sound.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "coat" as if it has two syllables. The correct stress is on the first syllable, making it a single-syllable word. Tip: Remember, "coat" is a one-syllable word with a strong initial stress.