OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE ASIDE – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION

OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE ASIDE – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION

Oxford English Dictionary (OED): How to Pronounce ‘Aside’ with Meaning and Definition

Word: Aside

Pronunciation: /əˈsaɪd/

• Phonetic: uh-SAHYD

Meaning and Definition:

1. As an Adverb:

   • To one side; out of the way.
     • Example: She stepped aside to let the others pass.
   • In a whisper or private manner.
     • Example: He spoke aside to his friend.

2. As a Noun:

   • A remark or comment spoken quietly, intended only for the audience or oneself, not the main audience.
     • Example: The actor’s humorous aside amused the audience.

Quick Tips for Pronunciation:

• Focus on the schwa sound /ə/ at the beginning (“uh”).
• Emphasize the long ‘i’ sound /aɪ/ (like “eye”).
• Keep the ending ‘d’ sound soft.

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OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE ASIDE – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION

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