pronunciation
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1 how a word sounds (n.) A2 Elementarythe way you say a word so that it sounds correct.
the specific manner in which a word is articulated, including stress, rhythm, and intonation.
ExampleYou can listen to the online dictionary to check the pronunciation of the word.
ExampleThe student's pronunciation was remarkably accurate, though he still struggled with the subtle distinction between certain vowel sounds.
UsageOften used with the verbs 'improve', 'check', or 'practice'.
- articulation
- enunciation
- diction
PitfallHis pronounciation is very clear.His pronunciation is very clear.A common spelling error is adding an 'o' after the 'n'. While the verb is 'pronounce', the noun is 'pronunciation'.
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2 the act of speaking (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Academicthe act of making the sounds of a language.
the physical and phonological act of uttering sounds or words.
ExampleClear pronunciation is more important than having a perfect accent.
ExampleThe teacher focused on the pronunciation of consonant clusters, which many learners find physically challenging to produce.
UsageUncountable in this sense.
From Middle English pronunciacioun, from Middle French prononciation, pronunciation, from Latin prōnūntiātiō, noun of action from perfect passive participle prōnūntiātus, from verb prōnūntiāre (“proclaim”), from prō- (“for”) + nūntiāre (“announce”). Doublet of pronuntiatio.