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academia
Definition:
(nou) the academic world
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Discussion of ethnocentrism as a tenet of academia is necessary.
It's a vaguely defined miasma of irrationalism that pervades academia.
What are the exigent circumstances that pertain only to academia
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Common mistakes of academia pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-cad-EM-ia". The correct stress is on the third syllable, as in /ˌæk.əˈdiː.mi.ə/ (US) and /ˌæk.əˈdɪ.mɪ.ə/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize the "di" to get it right.
- Vowel sounds: Mispronouncing the "a" in the first syllable as "ay" instead of the schwa /ə/ can lead to confusion. The correct pronunciation begins with a relaxed vowel sound, as in /ˌæk.əˈdiː.mi.ə/. Tip: Practice with similar words like "sofa" to master the schwa.
- Final syllable: Some may pronounce the last syllable as "ah" instead of "uh". The correct ending is /ə/, making it "mi-uh". Tip: Focus on softening the final sound to match the correct pronunciation.
- Syllable omission: A common error is dropping the second syllable, saying "ac-Demia". The full pronunciation includes all syllables, as in /ˌæk.əˈdiː.mi.ə/ (US) or /ˌæk.əˈdɪ.mɪ.ə/ (UK). Tip: Break the word down into parts to ensure each syllable is pronounced.
- Consonant clarity: Some learners might slur the "d" sound, making it hard to hear. The "d" should be clear in "di". Tip: Isolate the "di" sound and practice saying it distinctly to improve clarity.