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compensation
Definition:
(nou) something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury) (nou) a defense mechanism that conceals your undesirable shortcomings by exaggerating desirable behaviors (nou) the act of compensating for service or loss or injury
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌkɒmpenˈseɪʃən
Examples:
The adequacy of the compensation is disputed.
In this case, the compensation is paid to the employer.
The amount of compensation is based on the percentage of responsibility.
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Common mistakes of compensation pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "com-pen-ˈsā-shən". The correct pronunciation has primary stress on the third syllable: "ˌkɒm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən" (UK) and "ˌkɑm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən" (US). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "seɪ" sound.
- Mispronouncing the first syllable: A common mistake is saying "ˈkɒm" instead of "ˌkɒm". The first syllable should be unstressed, which can lead to a harsh-sounding start. Tip: Practice saying it softly, as in "kəm".
- Overemphasizing the "t" sound: Some people pronounce "compensation" with a strong "t" sound, like "compen-ˈtā-shən". The "t" should be softer, as in "sə" in the last syllable. Tip: Relax your tongue when transitioning to the "s" sound.
- Omitting the vowel in the second syllable: It's common to skip the vowel sound, saying "com-pen-ˈseɪ-shən" instead of "com-pen-ˈseɪ-ʃən". The "ʃ" is crucial for clarity. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the vowel sound in the second syllable clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "compensation" with "compensate", pronouncing them similarly. "Compensation" should have a distinct stress pattern and syllable breakdown: "ˌkɒm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən". Tip: Practice saying both words separately to highlight their differences.