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quiet
Definition:
(nou) a period of calm weather (nou) an untroubled state; free from disturbances (nou) the absence of sound (nou) a disposition free from stress or emotion
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkwaɪət
Examples:
Use a quiet and polite tone of voice when talking with customers.
She is pliant and quiet.
The atmosphere was quiet and placid.
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Common mistakes of quiet pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the second syllable in "quiet" as /ˈkwaɪ.ət/. This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the first syllable: /ˈkwaɪ.ɪt/. Tip: Practice saying "quiet" with emphasis on the first part.
- Overpronouncing vowels: Some people overly lengthen the vowel sounds, saying "qwaaaait" instead of the correct /ˈkwaɪ.ɪt/. This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Focus on a quick, smooth transition between the sounds.
- Omitting the "t": A common mistake is dropping the "t" sound at the end, resulting in "quie" (/ˈkwaɪ.ə/). This alters the word significantly. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with "quietly": Learners sometimes confuse "quiet" with "quietly," leading to mispronunciation. "Quietly" has an added syllable: /ˈkwaɪ.ət.li/. Tip: Remember that "quiet" has only two syllables, while "quietly" has three.
- Mixing with "quite": Some confuse "quiet" with "quite," pronouncing both similarly. "Quite" is pronounced /kwaɪt/, without the "i" sound. Tip: Distinguish the two by practicing their unique endings: "quiet" ends with a "t," while "quite" does not.