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How to pronounce:
spit
Definition:
(nou) a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea (nou) a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches (nou) a skewer for holding meat over a fire (nou) the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva)
Phonetic Transcription:
spɪt
Examples:
Get a mouthful and spit it into the cup.
The people spit contumely out of their mouths.
They spit the crumbles out.
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Common mistakes of spit pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "spit" with a long "i" sound, like "speat" [spiːt]. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound [ɪ] in "spit".
- Overemphasizing the "s": People sometimes exaggerate the "s" sound, saying "sspit." This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and blend it smoothly with the "p."
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners might stress the second syllable, saying "spi-T." Since "spit" is a one-syllable word, this is wrong. Tip: Remember that "spit" has only one syllable, so stress is not applicable.
- Dropping the final "t": A common mistake is to say "spi" instead of "spit," omitting the final "t" sound. This changes the meaning. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the "t" at the end of "spit" [t].
- Confusing with "spit" and "spit out": Some may blend "spit" with "spit out," leading to a mispronunciation. "Spit" is pronounced [spɪt], while "spit out" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Practice saying each word separately to maintain clarity.