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appointment
Definition:
(nou) the act of putting a person into a non-elective position (nou) a meeting arranged in advance (nou) furnishings and equipment (especially for a ship or hotel) (nou) a person who is appointed to a job or position (nou) the job to which you are (or hope to be) appointed (nou) the act of disposing of property by virtue of the power of appointment
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈpɔɪntmənt
Examples:
The date refer to the date of appointment.
After 1847 the dates are those of the Gazette notices of the appointment.
At the time of his appointment the Japanese legation was in the ascendency.
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Common mistakes of appointment pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ap-POINT-ment" instead of "AP-point-ment" (ˈəp.pɔɪnt.mənt in US, ˈəp.pɔɪnt.mənt in UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Missing sounds: Some speakers omit the "t" sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ap-poy-ment." This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice saying "appointment" slowly to ensure you include every sound.
- Vowel confusion: The "o" in "appointment" can be mispronounced as a long "o" sound, leading to "a-point-ment." The correct pronunciation is with a short, unstressed "o" (ə). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct vowel sound.
- Syllable count: Some learners may pronounce "appointment" as if it has three syllables, saying "ap-point-ment." The correct pronunciation has only two syllables. Tip: Break the word down into "AP-point" to help with syllable recognition.
- Overemphasis on consonants: Some speakers may overemphasize the "p" or "t" sounds, making them sound too harsh. The correct pronunciation is softer. Tip: Practice saying "appointment" in a relaxed manner to achieve a smoother sound.