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admiration

Definition:

(nou) a feeling of delighted approval and liking (nou) the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising (nou) a favorable judgment

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌædməˈreɪʃən

Examples:

Tzu won the admiration and respect of the villagers.

Davis won the admiration of many.

His learning was the admiration of Europe.

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Common mistakes of admiration pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable as in "ad-mi-ˈra-tion". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ad-mi-ˈra-tion" (US: /ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/, UK: /ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ra" syllable.
Vowel confusion: The first syllable is often mispronounced as "ad" instead of "æd". This can lead to sounding unclear. The correct pronunciation is "æd" as in "cat". Tip: Practice saying "cat" to get the right vowel sound.
Overemphasizing "tion": Some speakers may overly stress the "tion" ending, saying "admira-ˈtion". The correct pronunciation has a softer ending: "ˈreɪ.ʃən". Tip: Keep the "tion" light and quick to maintain fluency.
Dropping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the middle syllable, pronouncing it as "ad-ˈmra-tion". This can make the word hard to recognize. The full pronunciation is "ad-mi-ˈra-tion". Tip: Break the word into parts to practice each syllable.
Incorrect vowel length: Some learners pronounce the "i" in "admiration" as a short "i" sound, saying "ad-mi-ˈra-tion". The correct sound is a long "i" as in "machine". Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference in vowel length.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "admiration" in American English?

In American English, "admiration" is pronounced as /ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "reɪ," which sounds like "ray."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "admiration" between American and British English?

Yes, in British English, "admiration" is also pronounced as /ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/, similar to American English. The stress pattern remains the same, focusing on the third syllable.

What syllables are in the word "admiration"?

The word "admiration" has four syllables: "ad," "mi," "ra," and "tion." It can be broken down as /ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/, with the third syllable receiving the primary stress.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "admiration"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "AD-mi-ra-tion" instead of "admiraTION." Remember to emphasize the "reɪ" sound in the third syllable for correct pronunciation.