Question is past short a or long a, also the word aid?
past would be short a and aid would be long...the long a in a word will usually sound like ur saying the letter "a"
To determine the pronunciation of the word "past," we need to consider the different phonetic rules for short and long vowels.
- The short "a" sound is typically pronounced as /æ/ (as in "cat" or "bat").
- The long "a" sound is often pronounced as /eɪ/ (as in "cake" or "maze").
To clarify the pronunciation, we can consult a reliable pronunciation dictionary or use certain websites or apps tailored for this purpose.
1. **Merriam-Webster Dictionary**: Go to the Merriam-Webster website or app, search for the word "past," and it will provide the pronunciation in both phonetics and audio form.
2. **Forvo**: Visit the Forvo website and search for the word "past." It is an online resource that provides audio recordings of words spoken by native speakers. You can hear the pronunciation and determine if it's a short or long "a" sound.
For the word "aid," it is pronounced with a long "a" sound, /eɪ/, as in "made" or "fade." If you need further clarification, you can use the same methods mentioned above to verify the pronunciation.