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stripe
Definition:
(nou) an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material (nou) a piece of braid, usually on the sleeve, indicating military rank or length of service (nou) V-shaped sleeve badge indicating military rank and service (nou) a kind or category (nou) a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background
Phonetic Transcription:
straɪp
Examples:
In the center of the white band, there is a red stripe.
The three stripe pattern is applied to the side of the pants.
Do all zebras have the same stripe pattern
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Common mistakes of stripe pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "stripe" with a short "i" sound, like in "sit." The correct pronunciation is /straɪp/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "i" sound, as in "my."
- Ignoring the final "e": A common mistake is to drop the final "e," leading to a pronunciation like /straɪp/. The correct form includes the silent "e," which helps signal the long vowel sound. Tip: Remember that the silent "e" often indicates a preceding long vowel.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some might stress the "t" in "stripe" too heavily, making it sound like /ˈstraɪpt/. The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick to maintain the word's flow.
- Confusing "stripe" with "stripes": Adding an unnecessary "s" sound at the end can lead to confusion. "Stripe" should be pronounced as /straɪp/, not /straɪps/. Tip: Practice saying "stripe" alone to avoid adding extra sounds.
- Mispronouncing the initial consonant blend: Some learners may pronounce "stripe" as /ˈstraɪp/, confusing it with "s." The correct initial sound is /str/. Tip: Pay attention to the "str" blend, ensuring you pronounce all three sounds clearly.