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plait
Definition:
(nou) a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair (nou) any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape
Phonetic Transcription:
plæt
Examples:
Also, the plait is shorter, and the mesh smaller than those of Brussels lace.
Form the loop and plait the three ends back against the twist of the rope.
The local plait is expensive but strong.
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Common mistakes of plait pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many pronounce "plait" as /pleɪt/ instead of the correct UK /plæt/ or US /pleɪt/. This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Remember that the UK pronunciation has a short "a" sound, while the US uses a long "a".
- Ignoring the silent letters: Some learners pronounce the "t" in "plait," leading to /pleɪt/ or /plæt/. The "t" is silent in both UK and US pronunciations. Tip: Focus on the "plai" sound and omit the "t" entirely.
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Incorrectly stressing "plait" as /ˈpleɪt/ or /ˈplæt/ can make it sound unnatural. The stress is on the single syllable. Tip: Keep "plait" as a single, smooth sound without extra emphasis.
- Confusing it with "plate": Some may mix "plait" with "plate," pronouncing it as /pleɪt/. This changes the meaning and clarity. Tip: Visualize the word "plait" as related to braiding hair, which may help differentiate it from "plate."
- Mispronouncing in a different context: When used in phrases, learners may forget the correct pronunciation of "plait." For example, saying "the plait is beautiful" incorrectly as /ˈpleɪt/. Tip: Practice saying the entire phrase to maintain the correct sound of "plait."