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compilation
Definition:
(nou) something that is compiled (as into a single book or file) (nou) the act of compiling (as into a single book or file or list)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌkɒmpɪˈleɪʃən
Examples:
The song is the oldest recording on the compilation album.
The song was covered by The Fray in 2007 for the compilation album.
The title song is taken from the No Remorse compilation album.
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Common mistakes of compilation pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "com-pi-ˈla-tion". The correct pronunciation places primary stress on the third syllable: "ˌkɒm.pɪˈleɪ.ʃən" (UK), "ˌkɑːm.pəˈleɪ.ʃən" (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize "la" in "compilation".
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the "i" in "compilation" as a long "ee" sound, resulting in "com-pey-lation". The correct sound is a short "i": "ˌkɒm.pɪˈleɪ.ʃən" (UK), "ˌkɑːm.pəˈleɪ.ʃən" (US). Tip: Focus on the "i" sounding like "ih".
- Omitting the final syllable: A common mistake is to drop the last syllable, pronouncing it as "com-pi-lay". This omission changes the word entirely. The full pronunciation is "ˌkɒm.pɪˈleɪ.ʃən" (UK), "ˌkɑːm.pəˈleɪ.ʃən" (US). Tip: Ensure you say the "tion" ending clearly.
- Mispronouncing "tion": Some may say "compilation" with a hard "t" sound, resulting in "compilat-tion". The correct pronunciation softens this to "ʃən". Tip: Practice saying "shun" for the "tion" ending.
- Incorrect vowel length: Mispronouncing the "a" in "compilation" as a short "a" can lead to saying "com-puh-lation". The correct sound is a long "ay": "ˌkɒm.pɪˈleɪ.ʃən" (UK), "ˌkɑːm.pəˈleɪ.ʃən" (US). Tip: Make sure to stretch the "ay" sound for clarity.