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default
Definition:
(nou) loss due to not showing up (nou) act of failing to meet a financial obligation (nou) loss resulting from failure of a debt to be paid (nou) an option that is selected automatically unless an alternative is specified
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈfɔːlt
Examples:
The unpaid loan is now in default.
That's the default without the amplification.
The above was the default welcome.
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Common mistakes of default pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners mispronounce "default" as /dɪˈfɔlt/ instead of the correct US pronunciation /dɪˈfɔlt/ and UK pronunciation /dɪˈfɔːlt/. Tip: Focus on the "ea" as /ɪ/ in the first syllable and ensure the "ault" is pronounced clearly.
- Stress on the wrong syllable: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "de-FAULT" instead of the correct "DE-fault." Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable "DE."
- Mispronouncing the "t": Some people tend to drop the "t" sound, saying "defaul" instead of "default." Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the "t" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "default" with "defer" or "defect," leading to mispronunciations. Tip: Pay attention to the distinct sounds in "default," particularly the "def" and "ault" parts to differentiate.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some may pronounce "default" with an exaggerated "d," making it sound like "default." Tip: Keep the "d" sound soft and natural, blending it smoothly into the rest of the word.