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slip
Definition:
(nou) a socially awkward or tactless act (nou) a minor inadvertent mistake usually observed in speech or writing or in small accidents or memory lapses etc. (nou) potter's clay that is thinned and used for coating or decorating ceramics (nou) a part (sometimes a root or leaf or bud) removed from a plant to propagate a new plant through rooting or grafting (nou) a young and slender person (nou) a place where a craft can be made fast (nou) an accidental misstep threatening (or causing) a fall (nou) a slippery smoothness (nou) artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material (nou) a small sheet of paper (nou) a woman's sleeveless undergarment (nou) bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow (nou) an unexpected slide (nou) a flight maneuver; aircraft slides sideways in the air (nou) the act of avoiding capture (especially by cunning)
Phonetic Transcription:
slɪp
Examples:
Fair or not, the slip reinforces a priggish image.
The boss is undersized so that it is a slip fit.
The sense of slip defines the type of fault.
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Common mistakes of slip pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Some learners may pronounce "slip" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying /slɪp/ instead of /slɪp/ in both US and UK. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound, as in "sit".
- Consonant blending: A common mistake is blending the "s" and "l" sounds, resulting in "slip" sounding like "slip". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice separating the sounds clearly, emphasizing "s" and "l".
- Stress misplacement: Some might incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sliP" instead of the correct pronunciation "SLIP". Tip: Remember that "slip" is a one-syllable word; keep the stress on the first sound.
- Final sound omission: Learners may drop the final "p" sound, pronouncing "slip" as "sli". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the final "p" clearly to convey the full word.
- Overemphasis on "s": Some may overemphasize the "s" sound, making it sound like "shlip". This can alter the meaning. Tip: Keep the "s" sound crisp and clear without adding extra breathiness.