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stake
Definition:
(nou) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something (nou) a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) (nou) instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning (nou) the money risked on a gamble (nou) a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground
Phonetic Transcription:
steɪk
Examples:
The company fought for the stake of transalpine.
The father burns the stepmother at the stake.
The first stake was being burned.
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Common mistakes of stake pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "stake" with a short vowel sound, like in "cat" /kæt/. This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is with a long "a" sound /steɪk/. Tip: Remember the "a" in "stake" sounds like "ay" in "day".
- Ignoring the final consonant: A common mistake is dropping the final "k" sound, leading to a pronunciation like /steɪ/. This omits the essential ending. The correct pronunciation is /steɪk/. Tip: Always emphasize the "k" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Confusing "stake" with "stake" homophones: Some might confuse "stake" with "steak" /steɪk/. While they sound the same, their meanings differ significantly. Tip: Focus on context to distinguish between "stake" and "steak" when speaking.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sta-ke" instead of the correct single syllable "stake" /steɪk/. Tip: Practice saying "stake" as one smooth sound to avoid misplacing the stress.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some might pronounce "stake" with an exaggerated "s" sound, making it sound like /s-teɪk/. This is not standard. The correct pronunciation is /steɪk/. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and blend it smoothly with the "t" sound.