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feint
Definition:
(nou) any distracting or deceptive maneuver (as a mock attack)
Phonetic Transcription:
feɪnt
Examples:
As a result, the enemy made a feint withdrawal.
The feint is a success and scattering his army.
The player used a feint to shoot the ball.
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Common mistakes of feint pronunciation
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some learners may say "feint" with a long "a" sound, pronouncing it as /feɪnt/. The correct pronunciation is /fɛɪnt/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Ignoring the silent "t": Many people pronounce the "t" at the end of "feint," resulting in /feɪnt/. The correct pronunciation is /fɛɪn/, where the "t" is silent in some dialects. Tip: Remember that the "t" is not pronounced in certain contexts.
- Confusing with "faint": Some may confuse "feint" with "faint," leading to the incorrect pronunciation /feɪnt/. While they sound similar, "feint" is pronounced /fɛɪnt/. Tip: Pay attention to the context and the intended meaning to differentiate the two.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Learners might incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "feint" as /fɛɪnt/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈfeɪnt/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the first syllable to get it right.
- Overemphasizing the "f" sound: Some may pronounce "feint" with an exaggerated "f" sound, resulting in /fɛɪnt/. The correct pronunciation should maintain a natural flow, /fɛɪnt/. Tip: Relax your mouth when saying the word to avoid overemphasis.