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deprivation

Definition:

(nou) a state of extreme poverty (nou) the disadvantage that results from losing something (nou) act of depriving someone of food or money or rights

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌdeprɪˈveɪʃən

Examples:

They endured hunger and deprivation.

Cultural deprivation is one of the worst things.

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Common mistakes of deprivation pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "depriˈvation" instead of the correct first syllable "ˈdeprivation". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.
Overlooking the vowel sound: The "e" in "deprivation" can be mispronounced as "ɪ" instead of the correct "ɛ". This leads to saying "dɪpriˈveɪʃən" rather than "deprɪˈveɪʃən". Tip: Focus on the "e" sounding like "eh".
Dropping syllables: Some might say "deprivashun", omitting the "i" sound in the third syllable. The correct pronunciation is "ˈdeprɪˌveɪʃən". Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly to avoid confusion.
Incorrectly pronouncing the "t": The "t" in "deprivation" can be mispronounced as a "d" sound, leading to "depriˈveɪʒən". The proper sound is "t", as in "ˈdeprɪˌveɪʃən". Tip: Practice saying the "t" sound distinctly to improve clarity.
Ignoring the "ion" ending: Some learners may pronounce "ion" as "in" instead of "ʃən", resulting in "deprivashin". The correct pronunciation is "ˈdeprɪˌveɪʃən". Tip: Pay attention to the "ion" ending to ensure it sounds like "shun".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "deprivation" in American English?

In American English, "deprivation" is pronounced as /ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "va," which sounds like "vay."

What is the British pronunciation of "deprivation"?

In British English, "deprivation" is pronounced the same way: /ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/. The stress pattern remains consistent, with emphasis on the "va" syllable.

How many syllables are in the word "deprivation"?

The word "deprivation" has five syllables: "dep-ri-va-tion." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, which helps in understanding the word's structure.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "deprivation"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the second syllable instead of the third. Remember to emphasize "va" for correct pronunciation.