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How to pronounce:
plaid
Definition:
(nou) a cloth having a crisscross design
Phonetic Transcription:
plæd
Examples:
Now, plaid shirts are on sale.
People in nowadays wair plaid shirts.
She bought a plaid shirt and jeans.
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Common mistakes of plaid pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "plaid" with a long "a" sound, like "played" /pleɪd/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, as in "cat" /æ/.
- Ignoring the ending sound: The "d" at the end of "plaid" is often overlooked, leading to a pronunciation like "pla" /plæ/. This omits the essential ending. Tip: Always emphasize the "d" sound to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: "Plaid" is sometimes confused with "plaid" /plæd/ and "plead" /pliːd/. This can lead to incorrect usage in sentences. Tip: Practice distinguishing these words by focusing on their unique vowel sounds.
- Incorrect syllable stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pla-id" /ˈplaɪd/. "Plaid" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Remember that "plaid" is pronounced as one syllable, /plæd/, to avoid confusion.
- Mixing up regional accents: In some regions, "plaid" may be pronounced with a more rounded vowel sound. This can lead to variations like /plæd/ or /plɑːd/. Tip: Listen to native speakers from different areas to familiarize yourself with the variations.