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collection

Definition:

(nou) several things grouped together or considered as a whole (nou) a publication containing a variety of works (nou) request for a sum of money (nou) the act of gathering something together

Phonetic Transcription:

kəˈlekʃən

Examples:

This is part of the data collection for the nomination dossier.

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knowledge

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Common mistakes of collection pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "col-LEC-tion" /kəˈlɛkʃən/ (US) or /kəˈlɛkʃən/ (UK). This is incorrect. Tip: Remember to stress the last syllable, "tion," for proper pronunciation.
Overemphasizing the vowel sounds: Some people pronounce "collection" with an exaggerated "o" sound, making it sound like "co-LEC-tion." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on a soft "o" sound, as in /kəˈlɛkʃən/.
Dropping the "t" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "t" in "collection," resulting in "co-lection." This alters the word entirely. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "t" clearly in the middle of the word, as in /kəˈlɛkʃən/.
Incorrect vowel in the first syllable: Some might say "COL-lection" /ˈkɒl.ɛk.ʃən/, using a hard "o" sound instead of the softer "ə" sound. Tip: Use the schwa sound /ə/ for the first syllable to sound more natural.
Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix "collection" with "collecting," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "collection" /kəˈlɛkʃən/ separately to distinguish it from related terms.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "collection" in American English?

In American English, "collection" is pronounced as /kəˈlɛkʃən/, with the primary stress on the second syllable. The "co-" sounds like "kuh," while the "-lection" sounds like "lek-shun."

What is the British pronunciation of "collection"?

In British English, "collection" is pronounced the same way as in American English: /kəˈlɛkʃən/. The stress remains on the second syllable, and the pronunciation is very similar across both dialects.

How many syllables are in the word "collection"?

The word "collection" has three syllables: "col-lec-tion." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the second syllable receiving the primary stress.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "collection"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "COL-lec-tion" instead of "co-LEC-tion." It's important to emphasize the second syllable to pronounce it correctly.