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omelette
Definition:
(nou) beaten eggs or an egg mixture cooked until just set; may be folded around e.g. ham or cheese or jelly
Examples:
The bubbles are what make the omelette light and fluffy.
Another variation is an omelette served on bread, cornbread or toast.
Spanish omelet' is an omelette served with an often spicy sauce.
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Common mistakes of omelette pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "omelette" with a long "o" sound, like "oʊ". In both US and UK English, the correct pronunciation is with a short "o" sound, /ˈɒmlɛt/ (UK) and /ˈɑmlɛt/ (US). Tip: Focus on a short, clipped "o" sound.
- Misplacing stress: Some people stress the second syllable, saying "o-MLET". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈɒmlɛt/ (UK) and /ˈɑmlɛt/ (US). Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the first syllable.
- Overpronouncing "t": Learners might emphasize the "t" in "omelette", making it sound too harsh. In reality, the "t" is softer and less pronounced. The correct pronunciation is /ˈɒmlɛt/ (UK) and /ˈɑmlɛt/ (US). Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick.
- Ignoring silent letters: Some may pronounce the "e" at the end, resulting in "omelette" sounding like "omelet-e". The final "e" is silent in both variants: /ˈɒmlɛt/ (UK) and /ˈɑmlɛt/ (US). Tip: Remember, the word ends with the "t" sound.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "omelette" with "omelet", thinking they are different. Both terms refer to the same dish, but "omelette" is the UK spelling, while "omelet" is the US variant. Tip: Use context to distinguish between the two.