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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Here’s a detailed explanation of the word “aside” based on the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) style — including pronunciation, meaning, definition, and examples.

Word: aside

Pronunciation:

• IPA (British): /əˈsaɪd/

• IPA (American): /əˈsaɪd/

• Phonetic Spelling: uh-SIDE

Pronounce it like: “uh-side” (rhyming with “ride”)

Part of Speech:

• Adverb

• Noun

Meanings and Definitions (OED Style):

As an Adverb:

1. To one side; out of the way
   Used to describe something placed or moved to the side.

   Example:

   She pushed the curtain aside and looked out the window.

2. Out of direct attention; in reserve or exclusion
   Something kept separate or not considered right now.

   Example:

   Let’s set that argument aside and focus on the solution.

3. In a whisper or private manner (theatrical use)
   A remark not heard by other characters on stage, but intended for the audience.

   Example:

   The actor spoke aside to reveal his true feelings.

As a Noun:

1. A remark that is not directly related to the main topic
   A brief digression or comment.

   Example:

   The speaker made a humorous aside before returning to the topic.

2. In theatre, an actor’s remark spoken to the audience
   Other characters pretend not to hear it.

   Example:

   Hamlet’s aside helps the audience understand his inner thoughts.

Word Origin:

• From Middle English: a side, meaning “to one side.”

Synonyms:

• Adverb: off, to the side, away, apart

• Noun: comment, digression, interjection

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