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tapestry
Definition:
(nou) something that resembles a tapestry in its complex pictorial designs (nou) a heavy textile with a woven design; used for curtains and upholstery (nou) a wall hanging of heavy handwoven fabric with pictorial designs
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtæpɪstri
Examples:
The silk tapestry is a parody of the Bayeux tapestry.
She makes crafts such as tapestry.
The main character of the tapestry is William the Conqueror.
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Common mistakes of tapestry pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "tape-ˈstrɪ" instead of the correct "ˈtæp.ə.stri" in US and UK English. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "tapestry" with a long "a" as in "day," saying "tape-stry." The correct pronunciation uses a short "a" as in "cat," resulting in "ˈtæp.ə.stri." Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound to avoid confusion.
- Ignoring the schwa: Learners often neglect the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈtæp.ɪ.stri." The correct pronunciation includes a schwa, making it "ˈtæp.ə.stri." Tip: Practice the schwa sound by saying "sofa" to recognize its subtlety.
- Overemphasizing the last syllable: Some speakers stress the last syllable, saying "tapes-ˈtry." The correct stress pattern places emphasis on the first syllable, "ˈtæp.ə.stri." Tip: Break the word into syllables and practice the correct stress pattern.
- Mispronouncing the final "y": Learners may pronounce "tapestry" with a hard "y" sound, resulting in "tapestry." The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "ee" sound, "ˈtæp.ə.stri." Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the soft ending.