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table
Definition:
(nou) a set of data arranged in rows and columns (nou) a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs (nou) a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it (nou) flat tableland with steep edges (nou) a company of people assembled at a table for a meal or game (nou) food or meals in general
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈteɪbəl
Examples:
The objection is purely to the use of a table.
The main use of the table is to compare the boxes.
The witch sets the box onto the table.
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Common mistakes of table pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ta-BLE". The correct pronunciation is "ˈteɪ.bəl" in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for clarity.
- Vowel confusion: The initial vowel sound may be mispronounced as "æ" instead of "eɪ". This leads to saying "tab-le" instead of "table". Tip: Focus on the "ay" sound in "table" to avoid confusion.
- Dropping the final "l": Some speakers may omit the "l" sound, pronouncing it as "tay-buh". The correct form is "ˈteɪ.bəl". Tip: Practice saying "table" slowly, ensuring you pronounce the "l" clearly.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners might pronounce "table" with a short "a" sound, like "tab-ul". The proper pronunciation is "ˈteɪ.bəl". Tip: Stretch the "a" sound to match the correct length in "table".
- Blending sounds: Some may blend the sounds, leading to a pronunciation like "tay-bull". The accurate pronunciation is "ˈteɪ.bəl". Tip: Separate the syllables clearly to maintain the distinct sounds in "table".