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fate
Definition:
(nou) an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future (nou) the ultimate agency regarded as predetermining the course of events (often personified as a woman) (nou) your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
Phonetic Transcription:
feɪt
Examples:
Fate turns against the usurper and an insurgence seals that fate.
She believes in fate.
The fate of the battle was decided.
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Common mistakes of fate pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "fate" with a short vowel sound, like "fat" /fæt/. This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that "fate" uses the long "a" sound, represented as /eɪ/.
- Ignoring the final "e": A common mistake is to drop the silent "e" at the end of "fate." This leads to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Always pronounce "fate" as /feɪt/ to ensure the silent "e" is recognized.
- Confusing "fate" with "fat": Some may confuse "fate" with "fat," leading to a pronunciation of /fæt/. This alters the meaning entirely. Tip: Focus on the vowel sound /eɪ/ to distinguish "fate" clearly from "fat."
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Learners sometimes place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "fa-te." This is not how "fate" is pronounced. Tip: Remember that "fate" is a one-syllable word, stressed on the "f" /feɪt/.
- Neglecting intonation: Some speakers might use a flat intonation when saying "fate," making it sound monotonous. Tip: Use a slight rise in pitch at the end of "fate" to convey emphasis and clarity in conversation.