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authorization

Definition:

(nou) a document giving an official instruction or command (nou) the power or right to give orders or make decisions (nou) official permission or approval (nou) the act of conferring legality or sanction or formal warrant

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌɔːθəraɪˈzeɪʃən

Examples:

Reproduction of the latter requires prior authorization from the author.

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Common mistakes of authorization pronunciation

Stress on the wrong syllable: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "au-tho-ri-ZA-tion" /ˌɔːθəraɪˈzeɪʃən/ (UK) or /ˌɔθəraɪˈzeɪʃən/ (US). Tip: Remember to stress the "za" syllable instead.
Mispronouncing the "th" sound: Some learners pronounce "th" as "t" or "d," saying "au-tor-i-ZA-tion" or "au-dor-i-ZA-tion." This leads to confusion. Tip: Practice the "th" sound by placing your tongue between your teeth.
Omitting the "o" sound: A common mistake is to say "author-ization" /ˌɔːθərɪˈzeɪʃən/ (UK) or /ˌɔθərɪˈzeɪʃən/ (US) without the "o." Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "o" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "au" as "aw," saying "aw-thor-i-ZA-tion." This alters the intended pronunciation. Tip: Focus on producing the "au" sound correctly, similar to "saw" but without the "w" sound.
Slurring the final syllable: Some learners might rush through the last syllable, saying "authorization" as "autho-riza-tion." This can make it hard to understand. Tip: Take your time and clearly articulate the "tion" ending.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "authorization" correctly?

In American English, "authorization" is pronounced as /ˌɔːθəraɪˈzeɪʃən/ with the stress on the third syllable. In British English, it is pronounced the same way, but you may notice slight variations in vowel sounds.

What are the syllables in "authorization"?

The word "authorization" has five syllables: au-tho-ri-za-tion. You can break it down to help with pronunciation: "au" as in "saw," "tho" as in "though," "ri" as in "ree," "za" as in "zebra," and "tion" as in "shun."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "authorization"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often putting it on the second syllable instead of the third. Remember that the correct stress is on "za," as in "ri-za-tion," to sound natural.

Is there a schwa sound in "authorization"?

Yes, the first syllable "au" has a schwa sound in rapid speech, making it sound like "uh." This can be tricky, so practice saying it slowly, then gradually speed up while maintaining clarity.