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ticket
Definition:
(nou) a commercial document showing that the holder is entitled to something (as to ride on public transportation or to enter a public entertainment) (nou) a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. (nou) a summons issued to an offender (especially to someone who violates a traffic regulation) (nou) a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices (nou) the appropriate or desirable thing
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtɪkɪt
Examples:
In that case, the fare is included in the price of the train ticket.
The price of the water bus ticket includes admission to the park.
The player must pay the owner of the ticket booth the amount shown on the space.
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Common mistakes of ticket pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ti-ˈket". In both US and UK English, the correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈtɪk.ɪt". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "t" sound at the beginning.
- Overpronouncing the "t": It's common to overemphasize the "t" sound, leading to an exaggerated pronunciation like "ˈtɪk.ət". Instead, it should be a softer "t" sound in "ˈtɪk.ɪt". Tip: Practice saying it quickly to maintain a natural sound.
- Ignoring the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "ticket" as "ˈtɪk.ət", neglecting the short "ɪ" vowel sound. The correct pronunciation includes a clear "ɪ" in the first syllable. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound to enhance clarity.
- Adding an extra syllable: A frequent mistake is pronouncing "ticket" as "ˈtɪk.ɪt". This adds an unnecessary syllable. The correct pronunciation is simply "ˈtɪk.ɪt". Tip: Break the word into its two syllables and practice them separately.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "ticket" with "tick" or "ticked", leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Ticket" should always be pronounced as "ˈtɪk.ɪt". Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish between similar-sounding words.