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data
Definition:
(nou) a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdeɪtə
Examples:
The data used for the analysis are described in the Appendix.
The first is the statistical analysis of DNA data.
The data I imputed is informative.
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Common mistakes of data pronunciation
- Common vowel confusion: Some people pronounce "data" with a long "a" sound as in "day" (/ˈdeɪtə/), especially in the US. This differs from the UK pronunciation (/ˈdɑːtə/). Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound for UK pronunciation.
- Stress placement error: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "da-TA" (/dəˈteɪtə/). However, the correct stress is on the first syllable in both US and UK versions. Tip: Emphasize the "da" as in "dah" for clarity.
- Overemphasis on "t": Some may pronounce "data" with an exaggerated "t" sound, making it sound overly harsh or clipped. The "t" should be crisp but not overly stressed. Tip: Keep the "t" light and fluid, blending it smoothly with the preceding vowel.
- Mispronouncing with "ah": A common mistake is pronouncing "data" with an "ah" sound as in "father" (/ˈdɑːtə/), which is more typical in some regional accents. Tip: Use the "a" sound as in "cat" to align with standard pronunciations.
- Ignoring regional variations: Some speakers might not realize that "data" can be pronounced differently based on location, leading to confusion. The US often favors /ˈdeɪtə/, while the UK prefers /ˈdɑːtə/. Tip: Be aware of context and audience to choose the appropriate pronunciation.