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adaptation
Definition:
(nou) a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form (nou) the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) (nou) the responsive adjustment of a sense organ (as the eye) to varying conditions (as of light)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌædæpˈteɪʃən
Examples:
Discusses the visual style of John Ford's cinematic adaptation of the novel.
The specifics of adaptation are in the future.
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Common mistakes of adaptation pronunciation
- Silent "t": Many people pronounce "adaptation" as /ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/, omitting the "t" sound. Tip: Remember to articulate the "t" clearly, as in /ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/ for both US and UK.
- Incorrect stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly, saying "adaptation" as /ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/ instead of /ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/. Tip: Focus on the third syllable, ensuring it carries the primary stress.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in "a" can be mispronounced. People might say /əˌdæpˈteɪʃən/, using a schwa instead of the correct /æ/. Tip: Practice the initial vowel as /æ/, similar to "cat."
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some may overly stress the first syllable, saying "AD-ap-tation." Tip: Keep the first syllable light, focusing the stress on the third syllable: /ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Learners might say "adaptation" as /ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/, dropping the "n" sound. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the final "n" clearly, as in /ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/.