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sight
Definition:
(nou) an instance of visual perception (nou) anything that is seen (nou) the ability to see; the visual faculty (nou) a range of mental vision (nou) the range of vision (nou) the act of looking or seeing or observing (nou) a large number or amount or extent
Phonetic Transcription:
saɪt
Examples:
The motif of sight and vision is as central to the poem as it is to modernism.
My eye sight is pretty good.
Each shutter is positioned in the line of sight of one of the eyes of a user.
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Common mistakes of sight pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "sight" as /sɪt/, confusing it with "sit." This mistake occurs due to the short "i" sound. Tip: Remember that "sight" has a long "i" sound, pronounced as /saɪt/.
- Ignoring the silent "g": A common error is to pronounce the "g" in "sight," resulting in /sɡaɪt/. This is incorrect because the "g" is silent. Tip: Focus on the "s" and "t" sounds, omitting the "g."
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some might incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sight" as /saɪt/. However, "sight" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Always emphasize the entire word as one unit, not breaking it into syllables.
- Confusing "sight" with "site": Learners sometimes mix up the pronunciation of "sight" and "site," pronouncing both as /saɪt/. While they sound the same, their meanings differ. Tip: Ensure clarity in context to avoid confusion, as both are homophones.
- Overemphasizing the "s" sound: Some may pronounce "sight" with an exaggerated "s," leading to /sɪt/. This can distort the intended sound. Tip: Keep the "s" crisp but not overly pronounced; focus on the smooth transition to the "i" sound.