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causation

Definition:

(nou) the act of causing something to happen

Examples:

One argues the causation of the correlation.

The theory assumes probabilistic causation.

Phenomenological criminology is an outlook on the causation of crime.

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Common mistakes of causation pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "caus-ˈa-tion". This is incorrect. The primary stress should be on the last syllable: "caus-ˌa-ˈtion". Tip: Remember to stress the "tion" to pronounce it correctly.
Overemphasizing vowels: Many people exaggerate the vowel sounds, leading to "caw-ˈzay-shun". In both US and UK pronunciations, the vowels are more subtle: "kɔːˈzeɪʃən" (US) and "kɔːˈzeɪʃən" (UK). Tip: Keep the vowel sounds brief and clear.
Ignoring the "s": Some speakers may skip the "s" sound, pronouncing it as "caw-ˈation". This results in a loss of clarity. The correct pronunciation includes the "s": "kɔːˈzeɪʃən". Tip: Focus on articulating the "s" clearly between the "au" and "a".
Incorrect vowel quality: A common mistake is pronouncing "causation" with an "a" sound like in "cat", leading to "cat-ˈzation". The correct sound is a more open "aw" as in "law": "kɔː". Tip: Practice the "au" sound separately to improve accuracy.
Mispronouncing "tion": Some learners pronounce "tion" as "shun" instead of "ʃən". This can lead to confusion. The correct pronunciation is "ʃən" in both US and UK: "kɔːˈzeɪʃən". Tip: Listen to native speakers to master the "tion" sound.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "causation" in American English?

In American English, "causation" is pronounced as /kɔːˈzeɪʃən/ with the primary stress on the second syllable. The "au" sounds like the "aw" in "law," and the "tion" is pronounced as "shən."

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

Yes, in British English, "causation" is pronounced as /kɔːˈzeɪʃən/, similar to American English, but the vowel sounds may be slightly different. The primary stress remains on the second syllable in both variants.

How many syllables does the word "causation" have?

The word "causation" has three syllables: "cau-sa-tion." You can break it down as /kɔː/ - /ˈzeɪ/ - /ʃən/, with the second syllable carrying the main stress.

What common mistakes do people make when pronouncing "causation"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, pronouncing it as "caus-ATION" instead of "cau-ZATION." Additionally, some may struggle with the "tion" ending, incorrectly pronouncing it as "tion" instead of "shən."