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combination
Definition:
(nou) a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities (nou) a coordinated sequence of chess moves (nou) a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock (nou) a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose (nou) an alliance of people or corporations or countries for a special purpose (formerly to achieve some antisocial end but now for general political or economic purposes) (nou) the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order (nou) the act of combining things to form a new whole
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən
Examples:
However, the combination is worrisome.
It is a combination of acerbic and cerberus.
It is a combination of the potential and the conditional.
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Common mistakes of combination pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "com-bi-ˈna-tion". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "com-bi-ˌna-ˈtion". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "na" part to sound natural.
- Vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "ˈkɒm" instead of "ˈkɑm" (US) or "ˈkɒm" (UK). This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice the "o" sound as in "come" for clarity.
- The "t" sound: A common mistake is to soften the "t" in "combination", resulting in "combinaʒion". The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t" sound: "ˈt" as in "top". Tip: Emphasize the "t" to avoid blending it with the following vowel.
- Syllable omission: Some speakers might drop the "n" sound, pronouncing it as "combi-ˈa-tion". The correct form includes all syllables: "com-bi-ˌna-ˈtion". Tip: Practice saying each syllable separately to reinforce full pronunciation.
- Linking sounds: When saying "combination" quickly, some may link it improperly, making it sound like "combinashun". The correct form maintains clear syllables: "com-bi-ˌna-ˈtion". Tip: Slow down your speech to ensure clarity between syllables.