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pique
Definition:
(nou) tightly woven fabric with raised cords (nou) a sudden outburst of anger
Phonetic Transcription:
piːk
Examples:
This isn't a fit of pique by the way.
He showed pique to his friends.
Hiding it by blanking will pique the curiosity of some.
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Common mistakes of pique pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "pi-ˈkeɪ". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation has the stress on the first syllable: "ˈpiːk". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "p" sound at the start.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Many people pronounce "pique" as "pik", using a short "i" sound. The correct pronunciation uses a long "ee" sound, as in "ˈpiːk". Tip: Practice saying "peek" to get familiar with the vowel length.
- Adding extra syllables: Some speakers mistakenly say "pi-ˈkay" or "pi-ˈkee". The word "pique" has only one syllable: "ˈpiːk". Tip: Focus on the single syllable to avoid adding unnecessary sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "q": Learners may pronounce "pique" with an exaggerated "q" sound, leading to "pi-ˈkwee". The correct pronunciation is smooth without a strong "q" sound: "ˈpiːk". Tip: Say it quickly to maintain the flow.
- Ignoring the silent "u": Some people pronounce the "u" in "pique", saying "pyook". This is incorrect as the "u" is silent. The correct pronunciation is "ˈpiːk". Tip: Remember that the "u" does not affect the sound.