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gaslight
Definition:
(nou) light yielded by the combustion of illuminating gas
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At this time the home was most likely lit by gaslight.
It had domed skylights and by night was illuminated by gaslight.
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Common mistakes of gaslight pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable as in "gas-light". The correct pronunciation is ˈɡæsˌlaɪt, with the primary stress on the first syllable. Tip: Emphasize "gas" more strongly.
- Vowel confusion: People often mispronounce the "a" in "gaslight" as a long vowel, saying "gaze-light". The correct sound is the short "a" as in "cat", represented by æ. Tip: Practice the short "a" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some may pronounce "gaslight" with an exaggerated "g" sound, making it sound harsh. The correct pronunciation is softer, as in ˈɡæsˌlaɪt. Tip: Keep the "g" gentle and smooth to sound more natural.
- Ignoring the "t": Some speakers may drop the "t" at the end, saying "gasligh". The correct pronunciation includes the "t" sound clearly, as in ˈɡæsˌlaɪt. Tip: Make sure to articulate the final "t" to complete the word.
- Mispronouncing the "light": A common mistake is to say "light" with a diphthong, making it sound like "lite". The correct pronunciation is a single vowel sound, as in laɪt. Tip: Focus on the single vowel sound to maintain clarity.