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cushion
Definition:
(nou) a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses (nou) the layer of air that supports a hovercraft or similar vehicle (nou) a soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc.
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkʊʃən
Examples:
The Chinese bug was in the sofa cushion.
The seat cushion is attached to the top of the seat platform.
The cushion is attached to the rear of the seat frame with snap fasteners.
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Common mistakes of cushion pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "cu-SHIN" instead of the correct "CUSH-ion" (ˈkʌʃ.ən). Tip: Remember that the first syllable carries the primary stress.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "cushion" with an "oo" sound, as in "coo-shin." The correct pronunciation uses the "ʌ" vowel sound, as in "cup." Tip: Focus on the "ʌ" sound to avoid confusion.
- Omitting the vowel: Some people may say "cshn" by dropping the second syllable. This makes the word unrecognizable. The full pronunciation is "CUSH-ion" (ˈkʌʃ.ən). Tip: Always pronounce both syllables clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "cushion" with "cousin," leading to mispronunciation. "Cousin" (ˈkʌz.ən) has a different vowel sound in the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying both words to distinguish the vowel sounds.
- Adding extra sounds: Some might add an extra "h" sound, pronouncing it as "h-cush-ion." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is simply "CUSH-ion" (ˈkʌʃ.ən). Tip: Keep the pronunciation smooth without unnecessary sounds.