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determination

Definition:

(nou) the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation (nou) the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose (nou) a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration (nou) deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature (nou) the act of making up your mind about something

Phonetic Transcription:

dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən

Examples:

That was the board's determination and in the rationale.

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Common mistakes of determination pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "de-ter-mi-ˈna-tion". The correct stress is on the fourth syllable: "dɪˌtɜːr.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən" (US) / "dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "na" in "determination".
Overlooking the schwa: Some speakers pronounce the second syllable as "ter" instead of the correct schwa sound "tə". This leads to "dɪˈtɜːr.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən". Tip: Practice saying "determination" slowly to hear the softer "tə" sound.
Dropping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the second syllable, pronouncing it as "de-ˈmi-ˈneɪ-ʃən". This skips the "ter" sound entirely. Tip: Break the word down into syllables: "de-ter-mi-na-tion" to ensure each part is pronounced.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners use a long "e" sound in "ne" instead of the correct short "i" sound. This leads to "dɪˌtɜːr.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən". Tip: Focus on the "i" in "mi" sounding like "ih" to achieve accuracy.
Mispronouncing the final syllable: It's common to say "shun" instead of the correct "ʃən". This results in "dɪˌtɜːr.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən" sounding like "shun". Tip: Practice the ending by repeating "ʃən" to get comfortable with the sound.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "determination" in American English?

In American English, "determination" is pronounced as /dɪˌtɜːrməˈneɪʃən/ with the stress on the third syllable. The first syllable sounds like "di," the second syllable is "tur," and the last syllable is "nation."

What is the British pronunciation of "determination"?

In British English, "determination" is pronounced as /dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, where the stress still falls on the third syllable. The key difference is in the vowel sounds, particularly in the second syllable where it uses a shorter "i" sound.

How many syllables are in "determination"?

"Determination" has six syllables, broken down as de-ter-mi-na-tion. The stress on the third syllable helps with proper pronunciation and clarity in speech.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "determination"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the wrong syllable, which can lead to confusion. Remember to emphasize the "na" in "determination" to pronounce it correctly.