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forte
Definition:
(nou) an asset of special worth or utility (nou) loud (nou) the stronger part of a sword blade between the hilt and the foible
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfɔːteɪ
Examples:
It is the forte of the army.
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Common mistakes of forte pronunciation
- Mispronouncing "forte" as /ˈfɔːr.teɪ/: Many people incorrectly pronounce "forte" with two syllables in English. Tip: Remember that in American English, "forte" is pronounced /fɔrˈteɪ/ when referring to a strength, but in music, it is /ˈfɔr.teɪ/.
- Overemphasizing the "e": Some speakers stress the final "e" too much, saying "fortee." Tip: Focus on the first syllable, making it /ˈfɔr.teɪ/ in American English and /ˈfɔː.teɪ/ in British English.
- Confusing with "fort": People often confuse "forte" with "fort," leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Remember that "forte" has a distinct sound, with an emphasis on the second syllable /ˈfɔr.teɪ/ or /ˈfɔː.teɪ/.
- Ignoring the stress pattern: Some may place equal stress on both syllables. Tip: In "forte," the primary stress is on the second syllable, making it /fɔrˈteɪ/ in American English.
- Using a french pronunciation: Some may try to pronounce "forte" like the French /fɔʁ.te/. Tip: Stick to the English pronunciation /ˈfɔr.teɪ/ for American and /ˈfɔː.teɪ/ for British to avoid confusion.