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hot

Phonetic Transcription:

hɒt

Examples:

It is unbearably hot in summer.

In the summer, the weather is hot and dry.

It really is scorching hot in the summer.

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summer

energy

light

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Common mistakes of hot pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "hot" with a long "o" sound, resulting in "hoat" /hoʊt/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound /hɑt/ (US) or /hɒt/ (UK) to get it right.
Overemphasizing the "h": A common mistake is to pronounce "hot" with an exaggerated "h" sound, making it sound like "haat" /hɑːt/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Keep the "h" sound light and brief, just as in /hɑt/ (US) or /hɒt/ (UK).
Dropping the final "t": Some speakers may say "ho" instead of "hot," omitting the "t" sound altogether. This changes the meaning significantly. Tip: Always pronounce the final "t" clearly, as in /hɑt/ (US) or /hɒt/ (UK).
Confusing "hot" with "hat": Learners sometimes mix up "hot" and "hat," pronouncing "hot" as /hæt/. This alters the word entirely. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound; "hot" uses a short "o," while "hat" uses a short "a."
Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ho-T" instead of "HOT." This is not how the word is pronounced. Tip: Remember that "hot" is a single-syllable word, so the stress is always on the first and only syllable.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "hot" in American English?

In American English, "hot" is pronounced as /hɑt/ with a single syllable and the primary stress on the first and only syllable. The "o" in "hot" sounds like the "o" in "father."

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

In British English, "hot" is pronounced as /hɒt/, where the "o" is more rounded and sounds like the "o" in "lot." In contrast, the American pronunciation uses a more open "a" sound.

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

The word "hot" has a simple syllable structure consisting of one syllable only. It contains a consonant cluster at the beginning and a vowel followed by a consonant.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "hot"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "hot" as /hɔt/, which adds an incorrect vowel sound similar to that in "thought." Remember to keep the vowel sound short and clear as /ɑ/.