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fight

Definition:

(nou) a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war (nou) the act of fighting; any contest or struggle (nou) an aggressive willingness to compete (nou) an intense verbal dispute (nou) a boxing or wrestling match

Phonetic Transcription:

faɪt

Examples:

Many soldiers were inspired to fight and win the battle.

In the final battle of the war, the brothers' armies fight to a stalemate.

The fight went the distance with Dower winning on points.

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Related Words:

war

win

battle

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Common mistakes of fight pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "fight" with a short "i" sound, like in "hit." The correct pronunciation uses a long "i" sound, as in /faɪt/. Tip: Practice stretching the "i" sound to ensure clarity.
Incorrect stress placement: Some people place stress incorrectly, saying "fight" with equal emphasis on both syllables, which can confuse listeners. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈfaɪt/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "f" and "i" sounds to maintain proper stress.
Overemphasizing the "gh": Learners sometimes pronounce the "gh" in "fight" as a separate sound, leading to a mispronunciation. In English, "gh" is silent. The correct pronunciation is /faɪt/. Tip: Remember that "gh" does not contribute to the sound; focus on the "f" and "i" sounds.
Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "fight" with "site" or "sight," which can lead to mispronunciation. "Fight" has a distinct "f" and "i" sound, while the others start with "s." Tip: Practice saying "fight" in sentences to reinforce its unique sound.
Adding an extra vowel sound: Learners may inadvertently add an extra vowel sound, pronouncing it as "figh-it." The correct pronunciation is a single syllable: /faɪt/. Tip: Focus on blending the sounds smoothly without inserting additional vowels.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "fight"?

The word "fight" is pronounced as /faɪt/ in both American and British English. It has one syllable, and the vowel sound is a diphthong, which means it combines two vowel sounds: "a" as in "my" and "i" as in "it."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "fight" between US and UK English?

No, the pronunciation of "fight" is the same in both US and UK English, represented as /faɪt/. Both varieties use the same vowel sound and stress pattern.

What is the stress pattern for the word "fight"?

The word "fight" has primary stress on the only syllable it contains, making it pronounced as ˈfaɪt. Since it is a monosyllabic word, all of the emphasis is placed on that single syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "fight"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound, potentially saying /fɪt/ instead of /faɪt/. It's important to ensure the diphthong is pronounced correctly to convey the intended meaning.