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right
Definition:
(nou) an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature (nou) location near or direction toward the right side; i.e. the side to the south when a person or object faces east (nou) the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher's right (nou) those who support political or social or economic conservatism; those who believe that things are better left unchanged (nou) the hand that is on the right side of the body (nou) a turn toward the side of the body that is on the south when the person is facing east (nou) anything in accord with principles of justice (nou) the interest possessed by law or custom in some intangible thing
Phonetic Transcription:
raɪt
Examples:
The right upper lobe bronchus and right middle lobe bronchus are not correct.
Minimalism is the right way to go here.
He's a stickler for doing the right things the right way all the time.
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Common mistakes of right pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "right" as /raɪt/ instead of /rʌɪt/. This can happen when confusing the vowel sounds. Tip: Focus on the "i" in "right" to ensure it sounds like /aɪ/.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In some accents, the "r" in "right" is pronounced too strongly, sounding like /rɪt/. This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and smooth to maintain clarity.
- Dropping the final "t": A common mistake is to say "right" as /raɪ/ instead of /raɪt/. This can make the word sound incomplete. Tip: Practice ending with a clear "t" sound to finish the word properly.
- Confusing "right" with "write": Some learners mix up the pronunciation of "right" and "write," leading to /raɪt/ for both. This can cause confusion in conversation. Tip: Remember that both words share the same pronunciation, but their meanings differ significantly.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress "right" as /ˈraɪt/ instead of /ˌraɪt/. This can alter the intended meaning in a sentence. Tip: Ensure that "right" is pronounced with the correct stress for clarity.