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chapter
Definition:
(nou) a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled (nou) any distinct period in history or in a person's life (nou) a local branch of some fraternity or association (nou) an ecclesiastical assembly of the monks in a monastery or even of the canons of a church (nou) a series of related events forming an episode
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtʃæptə
Examples:
The link is to a chapter by chapter compendium of the book.
The article originally was a chapter by chapter precis of the book.
Read the last chapter of the book carefully.
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Common mistakes of chapter pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "cha-'pter" instead of "'chap-ter". This can make it difficult for listeners to understand. Tip: Focus on the primary stress in "'chap-ter" to improve clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "ch" sound: Pronouncing "chapter" as "'kapter" is a common mistake. The "ch" should be pronounced as /tʃ/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice saying "ch" as in "cheese" to get it right.
- Dropping the "t" sound: Some people say "cha-per" instead of "'chap-ter". Omitting the "t" can change the word's meaning. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the "t" to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Pronouncing "chapter" with an "a" as in "cat" can lead to confusion. The correct vowel sound is /æ/ in US English and /æ/ in UK English. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct vowel pronunciation.
- Blending syllables: Saying "chap-ter" too quickly can cause the syllables to blend, making "chapter" sound like "chaptor". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice separating the syllables clearly: "'chap-ter".