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ghost

Definition:

(nou) a mental representation of some haunting experience (nou) a writer who gives the credit of authorship to someone else (nou) the visible disembodied soul of a dead person (nou) a suggestion of some quality

Phonetic Transcription:

ɡəʊst

Examples:

This book also included the haunting ghost and the sagacious ghost.

He was in a terror of a ghost.

I was petrified by the ghost.

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Common mistakes of ghost pronunciation

Misplacing the "g": Some learners pronounce "ghost" with a hard "g" sound, leading to "gost" [ɡoʊst] (US) or [ɡəʊst] (UK). Tip: Remember that "g" in "ghost" is soft, like in "gentle."
Ignoring the "h": A common mistake is omitting the "h," resulting in "gost" [ɡoʊst] (US) or [ɡəʊst] (UK). Tip: Always pronounce the "h" clearly; it's essential for the correct sound.
Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some may say "ghost" with a short vowel, sounding like "gost" [ɡoʊst] (US) or [ɡəʊst] (UK). Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound, as in "go," to pronounce "ghost" correctly.
Stressing the wrong syllable: Learners sometimes stress the second syllable, saying "ghOSt" instead of "GHost" [ɡoʊst] (US) or [ɡəʊst] (UK). Tip: The primary stress is on the first syllable; emphasize "gh" as you say "ghost."
Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "ghost" with "host," leading to mispronunciations. Tip: Pay attention to the initial consonant sounds; "ghost" starts with "g" while "host" starts with "h."

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "ghost" in American English?

In American English, "ghost" is pronounced as /ɡoʊst/ with the stress on the only syllable. The "g" is pronounced as in "go," and the "o" has a long sound, similar to "o" in "most."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "ghost" between British and American English?

No significant difference exists; "ghost" is pronounced /ɡəʊst/ in British English and /ɡoʊst/ in American English. The main variation is in the vowel sound: British uses a diphthong, while American uses a long "o."

What is the syllable structure of the word "ghost"?

The word "ghost" has one syllable, making it a monosyllabic word. It is pronounced as a single unit, which can help with clarity in speech.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "ghost"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the "g" sound, sometimes saying it like "j." Remember to pronounce the "g" clearly, as in "go," to avoid confusion with words like "jost."