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department
Definition:
(nou) a specialized division of a large organization (nou) the territorial and administrative division of some countries (such as France) (nou) a specialized sphere of knowledge
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈpɑːtmənt
Examples:
The man bought a gift at the department store.
The extent of department stores in America is an incalculable number.
The family department store made the Goldwaters comfortably wealthy.
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Common mistakes of department pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "de-PART-ment" instead of the correct "de-PART-ˌment" (US) or "dɪ-ˈpɑːt-ment" (UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Pronouncing "department" with an exaggerated "t" sound can lead to confusion. The correct pronunciation features a softer "t" sound, as in "dɪ-ˈpɑːt-ment" (UK). Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between sounds.
- Ignoring the vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "department" as "dep-ART-ment," neglecting the first syllable's vowel sound. The correct pronunciation includes a short "i" sound, as in "dɪ" (UK). Tip: Practice saying the first syllable clearly.
- Skipping the "e": A common mistake is omitting the "e" in "department," leading to "d-part-ment." This alters the word's clarity. The correct form includes the "e," pronounced as "dɪ" (UK). Tip: Pay attention to each syllable when speaking.
- Confusing with similar words: Some learners confuse "department" with "depart" or "departing," leading to incorrect pronunciation. The correct form is "de-PART-ˌment" (US), which has distinct syllables. Tip: Break down the word into its parts to avoid confusion.