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dissipation
Definition:
(nou) breaking up and scattering by dispersion (nou) dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure (nou) useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌdɪsɪˈpeɪʃən
Examples:
These conditions led to the dissipation of the company.
In the dissipation stage, the thunderstorm is dominated by the downdraft.
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Common mistakes of dissipation pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "dis-si-ˈpā-shun". In both US and UK English, the correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌdɪs.ɪˈpeɪ.ʃən". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "peɪ" part.
- Vowel sounds: Mispronouncing the vowel in the first syllable as a long "i" sound, like "ˈdīs-sə-ˌpā-shun", is common. The correct first vowel is a short "i": "ˌdɪs.ɪˈpeɪ.ʃən". Tip: Practice saying "dis" like "this" without the "th".
- Final "tion" sound: Some might pronounce "tion" as "shun" instead of "ʃən", leading to "dissipashun". The correct ending is "ʃən". Tip: Remember that "tion" typically sounds like "shun" in English.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Learners may overemphasize the first syllable, saying "ˈDISS-i-pay-shun". The emphasis should be on the third syllable, not the first. Tip: Break it down as "diss-i-PEY-shun" to help with stress.
- Linking sounds: Some may not link the final "n" in "dissipation" to the next word, making it sound choppy. In fluent speech, it should flow smoothly. Tip: Practice saying "dissipation and" quickly to improve your linking.