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chronology

Definition:

(nou) an arrangement of events in time (nou) a record of events in the order of their occurrence (nou) the determination of the actual temporal sequence of past events

Phonetic Transcription:

krəˈnɒlədʒi

Examples:

The list is ordered by the chronology of the storyline.

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history

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Common mistakes of chronology pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /kroˈnɒlədʒi/ (UK) or /kroˈnɑlədʒi/ (US). Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable: /krəˈnɑlədʒi/ (US), /krəˈnɒlədʒi/ (UK).
Incorrect vowel sounds: Many people mispronounce the first vowel sound, saying "ch" instead of "k". They might say "chronology" as /ʧrəˈnɒlədʒi/. Tip: Focus on the "k" sound at the beginning: /krəˈnɑlədʒi/.
Overemphasizing the "o": Some learners may exaggerate the "o" in "chronology", creating a sound like /kroʊˈnɑlədʒi/. Tip: Keep it subtle; the "o" should be a schwa sound /krəˈnɑlədʒi/.
Dropping the second syllable: A common mistake is omitting the second syllable, pronouncing it as /krɒnədʒi/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables; the correct form is /krəˈnɒlədʒi/ (UK) or /krəˈnɑlədʒi/ (US).
Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "chronology" with "chronicle", leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Remember that "chronology" has three syllables, while "chronicle" has three distinct sounds: /ˈkrɒnɪkəl/.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "chronology" in American English?

In American English, "chronology" is pronounced as /krəˈnɑː.lə.dʒi/ with the primary stress on the second syllable. The "ch" sounds like "k" and the "o" is a schwa, sounding like "uh."

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

Yes, in British English, "chronology" is pronounced as /krəˈnɒl.ə.dʒi/ with the primary stress still on the second syllable but the vowel in the second syllable sounds like "o" in "lot." This difference highlights a variation in vowel sounds between the two dialects.

What are the syllables in the word "chronology"?

The word "chronology" has four syllables: "chro-nol-o-gy." When saying it, emphasize the second syllable, "nol," to ensure correct pronunciation.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "chronology"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "chro-NOL-o-gy" instead of the correct "chro-NOL-o-gy." Additionally, some learners may pronounce the "ch" as "ch" in "chop," while it should be pronounced as "k."