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declaration

Definition:

(nou) a statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written) (nou) unsworn statement that can be admitted in evidence in a legal transaction (nou) a statement of taxable goods or of dutiable properties (nou) the highest bid becomes the contract setting the number of tricks that the bidder must make (nou) a formal public statement (nou) a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌdekləˈreɪʃən

Examples:

Votes had to be cast by a spoken declaration, in public, at the hustings.

They need to revise the declaration.

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Common mistakes of declaration pronunciation

Stress placement: Some learners misplace stress on the second syllable, saying "de-cla-ˈra-tion" instead of the correct "ˈde-cla-reɪ-ʃən". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable "de" in "declaration".
Vowel confusion: The "a" in "declaration" is often pronounced as "æ" instead of the correct "eɪ". This leads to errors like "ˈde-cla-ˌræ-tion". Tip: Focus on the "eɪ" sound to say "declaration" accurately.
Silent letters: Some speakers may pronounce the "t" at the end, saying "declarationt". The correct pronunciation is "ˈde-cla-reɪ-ʃən". Tip: Remember that the final "tion" sounds like "ʃən", not "ʃən-t".
Overemphasis on syllables: Learners sometimes overemphasize the syllables, resulting in a choppy delivery like "de-cla-ra-tion". The correct flow is "ˈde-cla-reɪ-ʃən". Tip: Practice saying "declaration" smoothly, connecting the syllables.
Incorrect vowel length: Some may shorten the "a" sound in "declaration", pronouncing it as "ˈde-cla-ˌrɪ-tion". The correct sound is a long "eɪ". Tip: Ensure the "a" is pronounced as "eɪ" for clarity.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "declaration" in American English?

In American English, "declaration" is pronounced as /ˌdɛkləˈreɪʃən/. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "re," which sounds like "ray."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "declaration" between British and American English?

Yes, in British English, "declaration" is pronounced as /ˌdɛkləˈreɪʃən/ as well, but the vowel sound in the first syllable may be slightly more open. Both variants share the same stress pattern, focusing on the "re" syllable.

What are the syllables in "declaration"?

The word "declaration" has four syllables: "dec-la-ra-tion." You can break it down as "dec" (like "deck"), "la" (like "luh"), "ra" (like "ray"), and "tion" (which sounds like "shun").

Are there any common mistakes people make when pronouncing "declaration"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "dec-la-RA-tion" instead of "dec-la-'REY-shun." Additionally, some learners may pronounce the "tion" as "tee-on," which is incorrect; it should always be pronounced as "shun."