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yesterday
Definition:
(nou) the day immediately before today (nou) the recent past
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈjestədi
Examples:
The dream of yesterday is the promise of tomorrow.
It was rainy and sleet yesterday, and into ice in the early morning today.
He bought a printer yesterday.
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Common mistakes of yesterday pronunciation
- Dropping the "y": Many speakers omit the initial "y" sound, pronouncing it as "esterday" [ˈjɛs.tər.deɪ]. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Always start with the "y" sound to clarify your speech.
- Misplacing stress: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "yes-TER-day" [ˌjɛs.tərˈdeɪ]. This can change the word's rhythm. Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable: "YES-ter-day".
- Incorrect vowel sound: The first vowel can be pronounced incorrectly as "yesterdy" [ˈjɛs.tər.di]. This alters the intended meaning. Tip: Ensure the vowel is pronounced as "e" in "yes" to maintain accuracy.
- Lengthening the final syllable: Some speakers overemphasize the last syllable, saying "yesterdayyy" [ˈjɛs.tər.deɪː]. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the final syllable short and crisp, ending on "day".
- Blending with neighboring words: When speaking quickly, "yesterday" can blend into the next word, making it sound like "yest'day". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice pausing slightly between words to maintain clarity.