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fat
Definition:
(nou) a soft greasy substance occurring in organic tissue and consisting of a mixture of lipids (mostly triglycerides) (nou) a kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; it also cushions and insulates vital organs (nou) excess bodily weight
Phonetic Transcription:
fæt
Examples:
Protein and fat available in the food are converted to glucose in the body.
The fat of fowls is oilier and heavier than the fat of pork.
The fat of the land was at their disposal.
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Common mistakes of fat pronunciation
- Vowel sound confusion: Many people mispronounce "fat" by using a different vowel sound, like /eɪ/ as in "fate" instead of /æ/ as in "cat". Tip: Practice saying "cat" to get comfortable with the /æ/ sound.
- Ending sound omission: Some speakers may drop the final "t" sound, pronouncing "fat" as /fæ/. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Emphasize the "t" by practicing words that end with "t", like "hat".
- Stress misplacement: In some dialects, "fat" may be incorrectly stressed, leading to a pronunciation like /fæt/ with secondary stress. Tip: Remember that "fat" has primary stress on the first syllable, so focus on saying /ˈfæt/.
- Consonant blend errors: Some learners might pronounce "fat" with an added vowel sound, resulting in /fæət/. This can make the word sound elongated. Tip: Keep your pronunciation short and crisp, focusing on the consonants "f" and "t".
- Regional accent influence: In certain regions, "fat" may be pronounced with a more rounded vowel sound, like /foʊt/. This can create confusion. Tip: Listen to native speakers and mimic their pronunciation to align with standard accents.