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How to pronounce:
dais
Definition:
(nou) a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdeɪɪs
Examples:
Two heavenly kings stand on either side of the dais.
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Common mistakes of dais pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable in "dais" /deɪs/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Remember that the stress is on the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈdeɪs/.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "dais" with a short vowel sound, like "diss" /dɪs/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound /eɪ/ as in "day" to pronounce "dais" correctly.
- Silent letters: Learners sometimes try to pronounce "dais" with an extra sound, as if it were spelled "daisey". This is not accurate. Tip: Keep it simple; "dais" has no silent letters and should be pronounced /deɪs/.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some speakers might overly stress the "s" at the end, making it sound like "dais-es". This is incorrect. Tip: End with a smooth "s" sound, as in /deɪs/, without adding extra syllables.
- Regional variations: In some accents, "dais" may be pronounced differently, leading to misunderstandings. Tip: Familiarize yourself with both US /deɪs/ and UK /deɪs/ pronunciations to avoid confusion in conversations.