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distribution
Definition:
(nou) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence (nou) the spatial or geographic property of being scattered about over a range, area, or volume (nou) the act of distributing or spreading or apportioning (nou) the commercial activity of transporting and selling goods from a producer to a consumer
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən
Examples:
The radius is half of the range of the distribution.
Income distribution and the constancy of the share of wages.
Its distribution is coincident in range with the kauri forest.
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Common mistakes of distribution pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "dis-ˌtri-ˈbjuː-ʃən". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "dis-ˈtrɪb-juː-ʃən". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "trɪb" part.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "distribution" with a long "i" sound, saying "dis-ˈtɪʃ-uː-ʃən". The correct pronunciation has a short "i": "dis-ˈtrɪb-juː-ʃən". Tip: Focus on the "ɪ" sound in "trɪb".
- Missing syllables: A common mistake is to say "distribu-tion" instead of "distribution". The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "dis-ˈtrɪb-juː-ʃən". Tip: Break it down into syllables when practicing.
- Incorrect ending: Some learners may say "distribution" with a hard "t" at the end, pronouncing it as "dis-ˈtrɪb-juː-ʧən". The correct ending is softer: "dis-ˈtrɪb-juː-ʃən". Tip: Pay attention to the "ʃ" sound in "ʃən".
- Overemphasizing the "dis": Some people stress the first syllable too much, saying "ˈdɪs-tribu-tion". The stress should be lighter on "dis": "dis-ˈtrɪb-juː-ʃən". Tip: Practice saying it smoothly without overdoing the first part.