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feast
Definition:
(nou) a ceremonial dinner party for many people (nou) something experienced with great delight (nou) a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed (nou) an elaborate party (often outdoors)
Phonetic Transcription:
fiːst
Examples:
At the wedding feast, the people praise the bridegroom.
His feast day is on the anniversary of his birthday on May 7.
His feast day is on the anniversary of his repose on May 7th.
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Common mistakes of feast pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "feast" with a short "e" sound, like "fist" /fɪst/. Tip: Remember that "feast" has a long "ee" sound, represented as /iː/, in both US and UK English.
- Ignoring the final "t": A common mistake is to drop the "t" sound at the end, making it sound like "fees" /fiːz/. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the final "t" clearly, as in /fiːst/, to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners may stress the second syllable, saying "feast" as /fiˈst/. Tip: "Feast" is a single-syllable word, so emphasize the first and only syllable: /fiːst/.
- Confusing with similar words: People sometimes mix up "feast" with "fast" /fæst/. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; "feast" has the long "ee" sound /iː/, while "fast" uses the short "a" sound /æ/.
- Overemphasizing the "f" sound: Some might pronounce "feast" with an exaggerated "f" sound, making it sound harsh. Tip: Keep the "f" soft and smooth, ensuring it flows into the vowel sound without excess emphasis: /fiːst/.