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composition
Definition:
(nou) the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole (nou) the way in which someone or something is composed (nou) a mixture of ingredients (nou) a musical work that has been created (nou) musical creation (nou) the act of creating written works (nou) art and technique of printing with movable type (nou) an essay (especially one written as an assignment) (nou) something that is created by arranging several things to form a unified whole
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən
Examples:
The other factor is the composition of the sample.
Many factors contribute to the cellular composition of the neurosphere.
I have advised the editors on the composition of the design team.
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Common mistakes of composition pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "com-po-ˈsi-tion" instead of the correct "ˈcom-po-si-tion". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel sounds: The "o" in "composition" is often mispronounced as a long vowel sound, leading to "ˈkɒm-pə-ˌziː-tion" instead of "ˈkɒm-pə-ˌzɪ-tion" (UK). Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound in the first syllable.
- Syllable omission: Some speakers may drop the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈcom-ˈzi-tion" instead of "ˈcom-po-si-tion". Tip: Make sure to articulate each syllable clearly to avoid this mistake.
- Final "tion" sound: The ending "tion" is often mispronounced as "ˈteɪ-ʃən" instead of the correct "ˈʃən" in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Practice the "shun" sound to ensure accuracy.
- Linking sounds: Many learners neglect the linking between syllables, causing a choppy pronunciation like "com po si tion". Tip: Practice saying the word fluidly to connect the syllables smoothly.