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deterioration

Definition:

(nou) a symptom of reduced quality or strength (nou) process of changing to an inferior state

Phonetic Transcription:

dɪˌtɪərɪəˈreɪʃən

Examples:

The result is deterioration of the skin.

Causes of the deterioration of the ship are multiple.

Degeneration is deterioration in the medical sense.

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Common mistakes of deterioration pronunciation

Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "de-ˌter-i-o-ˈrā-tion". The correct stress is on the fourth syllable: "dɪˌtɪr.i.əˈreɪ.ʃən" (US) and "dɪˌtɪə.riˈeɪ.ʃən" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "reɪ" in "deterioration".
Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "deterioration" with a short "i" sound in the second syllable, as in "dɪˈtɪr.i.o". The correct sound is a schwa, as in "dɪˌtɪr.i.əˈreɪ.ʃən". Tip: Practice saying "deterioration" slowly to hear the schwa.
Syllable count: A common mistake is to reduce the number of syllables, saying "deterioration" as if it has fewer syllables. It actually has six syllables: "dɪˌtɪr.i.əˈreɪ.ʃən". Tip: Break it down into parts to ensure you pronounce all syllables.
Ending sound: Some speakers drop the "n" sound at the end, saying "deterioratio" instead of "deterioration". The final "n" is important for clarity. Tip: Emphasize the "n" to finish the word clearly.
Linking sounds: In rapid speech, people may link the sounds, making "deterioration" sound like "deteriorashun". The correct pronunciation maintains clear syllables and sounds. Tip: Slow down your speech to articulate each part of "deterioration".

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How do you pronounce "deterioration" in English?

In English, "deterioration" is pronounced as /dɪˌtɪəriəˈreɪʃən/ with the stress on the fourth syllable. The first syllable sounds like "di," the second like "teer," and the last syllable rhymes with "nation."

What are the syllables in "deterioration"?

The word "deterioration" has six syllables: de-te-ri-o-ra-tion. Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the primary stress on the fourth syllable "ra."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "deterioration"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the second syllable instead of the fourth. It's important to emphasize "ra" to pronounce "deterioration" correctly.

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

The pronunciation of "deterioration" is generally the same in both American and British English, /dɪˌtɪəriəˈreɪʃən/. However, some subtle differences in vowel sounds may occur depending on the accent.