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gait

Definition:

(nou) the rate of moving (especially walking or running) (nou) a horse's manner of moving (nou) a person's manner of walking

Phonetic Transcription:

ɡeɪt

Examples:

Propulsive gait is a form of gait abnormality.

There is anorexia and an unsteady gait.

It is considered a symmetrical and not Isochronous gait.

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walking

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Common mistakes of gait pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some might pronounce "gait" as /ɡɛɪt/, using the wrong vowel sound. Tip: Remember that "gait" has a long "a" sound, /ɡeɪt/, in both US and UK pronunciation.
Confusing "gait" with "gate": It's common to mix up "gait" and "gate" (/ɡeɪt/). Tip: Focus on the context, as "gait" refers to walking style, while "gate" refers to a barrier.
Ignoring the silent "h": Some learners might mistakenly pronounce "gait" with an added "h" sound, like /hɡeɪt/. Tip: There is no "h" sound in "gait"; just use /ɡeɪt/.
Stressing the wrong syllable: A few might incorrectly stress "gait" as /ˈɡeɪt/. Tip: "Gait" is a single-syllable word, so the stress is on the vowel sound itself, making it /ɡeɪt/.
Overemphasizing the "t": Some may pronounce "gait" with an exaggerated "t" sound, like /ɡeɪtʰ/. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and natural; it should not be aspirated.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "gait"?

The word "gait" is pronounced as /ɡeɪt/ in both American and British English. It has one syllable and the vowel sound is a long "a," similar to the word "gate."

What is the stress pattern for "gait"?

In the word "gait," there is primary stress on the single syllable, which means it is pronounced strongly as /ˈɡeɪt/. There are no additional syllables or secondary stress in this word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "gait"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing "gait" as /ɡæt/, which sounds like "cat." Remember that "gait" has the long "a" sound, so it should sound like "gate."

Is "gait" a homophone for any other word?

Yes, "gait" is a homophone for "gate," which means they sound the same when pronounced as /ɡeɪt/. However, they have different meanings, so context is important when using them.