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sherbet
Definition:
(nou) a frozen dessert made primarily of fruit juice and sugar, but also containing milk or egg-white or gelatin
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈʃɜːbət
Examples:
In the US sherbet is a fruit and milk based frozen desert.
The sherbet lemon has a citrus taste and is sour and also tangy.
Most of the current content of sherbet describes sherbet powder.
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Common mistakes of sherbet pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many speakers incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "SHER-bet" instead of "SHER-bət" (US) or "ˈʃɜː.bət" (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable and keep the second syllable softer.
- Omitting the "r": Some people pronounce "sherbet" as "SHE-bet" without the "r." This alters the word significantly. Tip: Focus on including the "r" sound to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Pronouncing the final "t": Many speakers neglect the final "t," saying "sher-beh" instead of "sher-bet." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "t" clearly at the end of the word.
- Confusing with "sherbert": Some mistakenly add an extra "r," saying "SHER-bert." The correct form is "sherbet." Tip: Remember that "sherbet" has only one "r" to avoid this common error.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some speakers pronounce the vowel in the second syllable as "e" instead of the schwa sound "ə." This leads to "sher-beet." Tip: Use the schwa sound for the second syllable to sound more natural.