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forecast
Definition:
(nou) a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfɔːkɑːst
Examples:
The Barometer is an accurate forecast of the weather in these latitudes.
This allows the forecaster to assign the degree of uncertainty to the forecast.
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Common mistakes of forecast pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "fore-CAST" instead of the correct "FORE-cast" (ˈfɔːr.kæst for UK, ˈfɔr.kæst for US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Omitting the "r" sound: A common mistake is dropping the "r" in "forecast," leading to "foh-cast." This alters pronunciation (ˈfɔː.kæst for UK, ˈfɔr.kæst for US). Tip: Practice the "r" sound with words like "red."
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "o" as in "pot," saying "paw-cast" instead of "forecast." This changes the first sound (ˈfɔː.kæst for UK, ˈfɔr.kæst for US). Tip: Listen for the "or" sound as in "more."
- Adding an extra syllable: Saying "fore-cast" with three syllables can confuse listeners. The word has only two syllables (ˈfɔːr.kæst for UK, ˈfɔr.kæst for US). Tip: Practice saying it smoothly as "FORE-cast."
- Mispronouncing the "a": Some might say "for-kast," mispronouncing the "a" sound. The correct pronunciation is "cast" (ˈfɔːr.kæst for UK, ˈfɔr.kæst for US). Tip: Focus on the "a" as in "cat" when practicing.