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accreditation
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈkredɪt
Examples:
The issue of accreditation is a bit bothersome.
The accreditation process from the NSA is extremely rigorous.
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Common mistakes of accreditation pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people place stress on the second syllable, saying "a-ˌcredit-ˈation". The correct pronunciation is "ə-ˌkrɛd-ɪ-ˈteɪ-ʃən", with stress on the fourth syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "te" in "accreditation".
- Mispronouncing the first syllable: Some might say "a-ˈcreditation" instead of "ə-ˌkrɛd-ɪ-ˈteɪ-ʃən". The first syllable should be a schwa sound. Tip: Practice saying "uh" softly for the first syllable.
- Overlooking the "t" sound: It's common to drop the "t" in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ə-ˌkrɛd-ɪ-ˈeɪ-ʃən". The "t" is important. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "t" in "accreditation".
- Confusing the vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the vowel in the second syllable, saying "ə-ˈkrid" instead of "ə-ˌkrɛd". The correct sound is a short "e". Tip: Focus on the "e" in "credit" to get it right.
- Ignoring the ending: A frequent mistake is to say "accredit" without the "ation", leading to "ə-ˈkrɛd". The full word must be pronounced. Tip: Always finish with "ation" to ensure clarity in "accreditation".