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silhouette
Definition:
(nou) an outline of a solid object (as cast by its shadow) (nou) a drawing of the outline of an object; filled in with some uniform color
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌsɪluːˈet
Examples:
The silhouette is that of the Palmchat.
The photo was not included, the silhouette was.
I saw Santa's silhouette.
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Common mistakes of silhouette pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˌsɪlʊˈɛt/. In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the last syllable: /ˈsɪl.u.ɛt/. Tip: Focus on stressing the final syllable for accuracy.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce "silhouette" with a long "i" as in "sight," leading to /ˈsaɪ.lu.ɛt/. The correct pronunciation has a short "i" sound: /ˈsɪl.u.ɛt/. Tip: Practice the short "i" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Omitting the final "t": Some speakers drop the final "t," saying /ˈsɪl.u.ɛ/. This can make the word unclear. The "t" is essential in both US and UK pronunciations: /ˈsɪl.u.ɛt/. Tip: Always pronounce the final "t" to maintain clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "silhouette" with "silhouette," leading to mispronunciation. "Silhouette" is pronounced /ˈsɪl.u.ɛt/, while "silhouette" is not a standard English word. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the correct word and its unique pronunciation.
- Pronouncing as three syllables: Some pronounce "silhouette" as three syllables, saying /ˌsɪl.uˈɛt/. However, it is a two-syllable word: /ˈsɪl.u.ɛt/. Tip: Break it down into two syllables to improve your pronunciation.