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filet
Definition:
(nou) a boneless steak cut from the tenderloin of beef (nou) a longitudinal slice or boned side of a fish (nou) lace having a square mesh
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It is also the source of the highly desirable filet mignon.
Academic grade research would be correlative to filet mignon.
Bacon is wrapped around the filet and pinned closed with a wooden toothpick.
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Common mistakes of filet pronunciation
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Many say "filet" as /ˈfɪl.eɪ/ instead of the correct /fɪˈleɪ/ in US English. This alters the intended pronunciation. Tip: Focus on the second syllable to emphasize the correct stress.
- Ignoring the final "t": Some speakers omit the "t" sound at the end, pronouncing it as /fɪˈleɪ/ instead of /fɪˈleɪt/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice the "t" sound by saying "filet" slowly, ensuring you articulate the end clearly.
- Confusing with "fillet": The word "fillet" (a different term) is often mispronounced as "filet." The correct pronunciation is /ˈfɪl.ɪt/. Tip: Remember that "filet" has two syllables, while "fillet" has three.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying /ˈfaɪ.leɪ/. The correct pronunciation is /fɪˈleɪ/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice saying "filet" with emphasis on the second syllable to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "f" sound: A few speakers exaggerate the "f" sound, leading to a pronunciation like /ˈfɪl.eɪt/. This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "f" sound soft and natural, focusing on the flow of the word.