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condition
Definition:
(nou) a state at a particular time (nou) an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else (nou) a mode of being or form of existence of a person or thing (nou) information that should be kept in mind when making a decision (nou) the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') (nou) an illness, disease, or other medical problem (nou) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement (nou) the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˈdɪʃən
Examples:
The sores closed and the boy returned to his normal condition of health.
What's the difference between the condition and the nature of the condition
The condition is not contagious.
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Common mistakes of condition pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "con-DI-tion" /kənˈdɪʃən/. The correct stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize "DI" when pronouncing "condition".
- Missing vowel sounds: Some speakers omit the schwa sound /ə/ in the first syllable, pronouncing it as "CON-dition" /ˈkɒndɪʃən/ or /ˈkɑndɪʃən/. This can make the word sound abrupt. Tip: Practice saying "con-" with a soft, quick sound.
- Overemphasis on consonants: Learners might overpronounce the "t" in "condition", saying "con-DI-tion" /kənˈdɪʃən/ with a strong "t" sound. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and blend it into the following vowel.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may confuse the "i" in "condition" with a long "ee" sound, saying "con-DEE-tion" /kənˈdiːʃən/. This changes the word entirely. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound /ɪ/ in "DI".
- Mispronouncing the final syllable: A common mistake is pronouncing "condition" with an incorrect ending, like "con-DISH-on" /kənˈdɪʃɒn/. This alters the meaning. Tip: Ensure the last syllable sounds like "shən" to maintain accuracy.