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sought
Definition:
(nou) the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk
Phonetic Transcription:
siːk
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Common mistakes of sought pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many people pronounce "sought" with a short vowel sound, like "sot." The correct pronunciation is with a long vowel sound, as in /sɔt/ (US) or /sɔːt/ (UK). Tip: Focus on elongating the "o" sound.
- Ignoring the "gh": Some may pronounce "sought" as if it were spelled "sot," neglecting the "gh." In reality, the "gh" is silent, but it affects the vowel sound. Tip: Remember that "gh" does not produce a sound in this word.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is to stress the "t" at the end of "sought" too heavily, making it sound like "soughtt." The correct pronunciation has a softer ending, /sɔt/ (US) or /sɔːt/ (UK). Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick.
- Confusing "sought" with "sought after": Some learners mix up "sought" with the phrase "sought after," leading to incorrect stress patterns. While "sought" is pronounced /sɔt/ (US) or /sɔːt/ (UK), "sought after" changes the rhythm. Tip: Practice each word separately for clarity.
- Mispronouncing the initial sound: A few might say "sought" starting with a "z" sound, like "zaught." The correct initial sound is /s/, making it "sought." Tip: Pay attention to the "s" sound, ensuring it is clear and distinct.