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degradation
Definition:
(nou) changing to a lower state (a less respected state) (nou) a low or downcast state- H.L.Menchken
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌdeɡrəˈdeɪʃən
Examples:
But the evolution of this subject is in the direction of degradation.
It is a reference to the mental degradation of the president.
The caricature is not an insult or degradation of the person.
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Common mistakes of degradation pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "de-gra-ˈda-tion". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "de-gra-ˌˈda-tion". Tip: Remember to emphasize "da" for clarity.
- Vowel confusion: Some learners pronounce the "e" in "degradation" as "i", saying "di-gra-ˈda-tion". The correct pronunciation uses the short "e" sound: /ˈdɛɡrəˌdeɪʃən/ (US) and /ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən/ (UK). Tip: Practice the short "e" sound in other words for better accuracy.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is dropping the second syllable, resulting in "de-ˈgra-tion". This alters the word's meaning. The full version is important: "de-gra-ˌˈda-tion". Tip: Break the word into syllables to ensure all parts are pronounced.
- Incorrect "t" sound: Some pronounce the "t" in "degradation" too softly, saying "de-gra-ˌda-tion" with a weak "t". It should be a clear /t/ sound. Tip: Emphasize the "t" by practicing with words like "top" or "time".
- Mispronouncing "tion": The ending "tion" can be tricky. Some say "degradation" as "de-gra-ˈda-shun". The correct pronunciation is with a clear /ʃən/ sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to get a feel for the correct ending.