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attestation
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈtest
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Common mistakes of attestation pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people misplace the stress in "attestation," saying it as /ˌætəˈsteɪʃən/ instead of the correct /ˌætɛˈsteɪʃən/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable: "ta."
- Vowel sound confusion: Some learners pronounce the second syllable as "tays" instead of the correct "tes" (/ˈtɛs/). This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Focus on the "e" in "tes" sounding like "eh."
- Dropping syllables: A common mistake is to shorten "attestation" to "attest" or "test," losing the full meaning. The full pronunciation is essential for clarity. Tip: Always say all four syllables: "at-tes-ta-tion."
- Final "n" sound: Some speakers omit the "n" at the end, pronouncing it as "attestatio." The correct pronunciation includes the "n" sound: /ˈneɪʃən/. Tip: Practice saying the last part clearly to ensure the "n" is heard.
- Mispronouncing "a": Beginners often pronounce the initial "a" as "ay" instead of the correct "a" (/æ/). This changes the word significantly. Tip: Ensure the "a" sounds like "at" in "cat" to start correctly.