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vignette
Definition:
(nou) a brief literary description (nou) a photograph whose edges shade off gradually (nou) a small illustrative sketch (as sometimes placed at the beginning of chapters in books)
Phonetic Transcription:
viːˈnjet
Examples:
Is the word vignette the same as a chapter
Only the vignette actually changed.
This vignette concerns the swift colonization of Mars.
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Common mistakes of vignette pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "vin-ˈyet". The correct pronunciation is "vɪnˈjɛt" in US English and "vɪnˈjɛt" in UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the last syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some people pronounce the "i" as in "machine" instead of as in "bit". The "i" in "vignette" is pronounced /ɪ/. Tip: Practice the short "i" sound to improve clarity.
- Omitting the "n": A common mistake is to pronounce it as "vi-get" or "vig-et". The "n" should be clearly articulated as in "vin". Tip: Focus on the "n" sound to ensure proper pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing "ette": Some learners stress "ette" too heavily, resulting in "vign-ˈet". The correct pronunciation keeps "ette" softer, as in "vɪnˈjɛt". Tip: Keep the "ette" light and connected to the previous syllable.
- Confusing with similar words: "Vignette" can be confused with "vignette" (a decorative design). Both share similar sounds, but "vignette" has a distinct pronunciation. Tip: Practice distinguishing between the two by focusing on the stress and vowel sounds.