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ingot
Definition:
(nou) metal that is cast in the shape of a block for convenient handling
Examples:
The mat is melted and absorbed into the ingot.
He said the standard procedure is to spin the crucible opposite the ingot.
The only alteration in design involves the outside surface of the ingot mold.
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Common mistakes of ingot pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "ingot" with a short "i" sound, as in "bit" [bɪt]. The correct pronunciation has a long "i" sound [ˈɪŋɡət] in US and [ˈɪŋɡət] in UK. Tip: Focus on the "i" sounding like "ee" in "see."
- Misplaced stress: Many people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "in-GOT" instead of the correct "IN-got" [ˈɪŋɡət]. This changes the rhythm of the word. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Overemphasis on "g": Some might pronounce "ingot" with a hard "g" sound, like "go" [ɡoʊ]. The correct pronunciation has a softer "g" sound [ɡ] as in "give." Tip: Keep the "g" gentle and swift.
- Dropping the final "t": A common error is to omit the "t" at the end, resulting in "ingoh" [ˈɪŋɡoʊ]. This alters the word completely. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "t" clearly to maintain the integrity of "ingot."
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "ingot" with "ingot" [ˈɪŋɡət] and "ingot" [ˈɪŋɡət]. Each word has a distinct meaning and pronunciation. Tip: Practice each word separately to distinguish their sounds and meanings.