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valet
Definition:
(nou) a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer
Examples:
It is customary in the USA to tip the valet who actually parks the car.
And it says valet of deuce and domino she isn't their valet anymore.
Then the valet shot at the assassin.
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Common mistakes of valet pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "val-ET" instead of "VAL-et" (/ˈvæ.leɪ/ in US, /ˈvæ.lɪt/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "valet" with a short "a" sound, as in "cat". The correct pronunciation features a long "a" sound in US English (/ˈvæ.leɪ/). Tip: Practice elongating the "a" sound to match the correct pronunciation.
- Silent "t" confusion: In UK English, "valet" has a silent "t", pronounced as "VAL-ay" (/ˈvæ.leɪ/). In US English, the "t" is pronounced. Tip: Be aware of the regional differences and adjust your pronunciation accordingly.
- Overemphasis on "let": Some learners overemphasize the second syllable, making it sound like "let". The correct pronunciation is more fluid, with a softer "let" sound. Tip: Focus on blending the syllables smoothly.
- Misunderstanding "valet" as a noun only: While "valet" can refer to a person who parks cars, it can also be a verb meaning to park a car. This can lead to confusion in context. Tip: Understand the dual meaning to use "valet" appropriately.