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goat
Definition:
(nou) any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns (nou) a victim of ridicule or pranks (nou) a person who is born while the sun is in Capricorn (nou) the tenth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about December 22 to January 19
Phonetic Transcription:
ɡəʊt
Examples:
It is the ancestor of the domestic goat.
The goat was sacrificed in the ceremony.
The goat died during the cruise.
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Common mistakes of goat pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "goat" with a short "o" sound, like in "hot." The correct pronunciation uses a long "o" sound, represented as /oʊ/ in US English and /əʊ/ in UK English. Tip: Practice elongating the vowel sound to differentiate it.
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "go-at." However, "goat" is a single-syllable word with primary stress on the first syllable, /ɡoʊt/ (US) or /ɡəʊt/ (UK). Tip: Focus on saying the word as one smooth sound.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: Some might say "goat" as "go-at," inserting an unnecessary vowel. The correct pronunciation is a single syllable, /ɡoʊt/ (US) or /ɡəʊt/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "goat" quickly to avoid adding extra sounds.
- Confusing with "coat": Learners sometimes mix up "goat" with "coat," leading to mispronunciation. "Goat" has a distinct vowel sound /oʊ/ (US) and /əʊ/ (UK) that differs from the vowel in "coat." Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference in vowel sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some individuals pronounce "goat" with a heavy emphasis on the "t," making it sound abrupt. The correct pronunciation has a softer ending, /ɡoʊt/ (US) or /ɡəʊt/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying the word smoothly, allowing the "t" to blend naturally.