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abrasion
Definition:
(nou) an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off (nou) erosion by friction (nou) the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈbreɪʒən
Examples:
The girl fell and has an abrasion.
Controlling the cause of abrasion is sometimes an option.
The imprints adhere well and resist abrasion.
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Common mistakes of abrasion pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ab-ˈra-sion". The correct stress is on the second syllable: "a-ˈbrei-zhən". Tip: Practice emphasizing "brei" to get the stress right.
- Vowel confusion: Some might pronounce the first vowel as "a" in "cat" instead of "a" in "face". The correct pronunciation is "ə" in "a-ˈbrei-zhən". Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish the vowel sounds.
- Incorrect final sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "sion" as "shun", resulting in "a-ˈbrai-shun". The correct ending is "zhən" /ʒən/. Tip: Focus on producing the "zh" sound, which is softer and more fluid.
- Omitting the schwa: Some speakers might drop the schwa sound in the first syllable, pronouncing it as "braison". The correct pronunciation includes the schwa: "ə-ˈbrei-zhən". Tip: Remember to include the "ə" for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Learners might overly stress the "r" sound, leading to "a-bra-ˈsion". The correct pronunciation has a softer "r": "ə-ˈbrei-zhən". Tip: Relax your tongue to achieve a smoother transition between sounds.