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foot
Definition:
(nou) the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint (nou) a linear unit of length equal to 12 inches or a third of a yard (nou) the lower part of anything (nou) the pedal extremity of vertebrates other than human beings (nou) lowest support of a structure (nou) any of various organs of locomotion or attachment in invertebrates (nou) travel by walking (nou) a member of a surveillance team who works on foot or rides as a passenger (nou) an army unit consisting of soldiers who fight on foot (nou) a group of 2 or 3 syllables forming the basic unit of poetic rhythm (nou) a support resembling a pedal extremity
Phonetic Transcription:
fʊt
Examples:
The hand is always the player on the right of the foot.
The sole of the foot is seen as a microcosm of the body.
Use shovel and trowel to clear it, foot by foot, and rebuild.
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Common mistakes of foot pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "foot" with an "oo" sound like in "food" [fuːd]. This is incorrect. The correct vowel sound is a short "u" [fʊt]. Tip: Focus on the "ʊ" sound, as in "put".
- Overemphasizing the "t": In "foot", the "t" should not be overly stressed. Some may say [fʊt] with a strong emphasis on the "t". The correct pronunciation is [fʊt] with a softer "t". Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick.
- Confusing with "feet": Learners often mix up "foot" with its plural form "feet". "Feet" is pronounced [fiːt], which has a long "ee" sound. Tip: Remember that "foot" has a short "u" sound, while "feet" has a long "ee".
- Ignoring the initial consonant blend: Some may pronounce "foot" starting with a vowel sound, saying [ʊt]. The initial "f" sound is crucial. The correct pronunciation is [fʊt]. Tip: Practice saying "f" clearly before the vowel sound.
- Regional accent variations: In some accents, "foot" may be pronounced with a different vowel sound, like [fɔːt]. This is more common in certain UK accents. Tip: Be aware of regional differences, but focus on the standard [fʊt] pronunciation.