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engineering

Definition:

(nou) the practical application of science to commerce or industry (nou) the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems (nou) a room (as on a ship) in which the engine is located

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌendʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ

Examples:

The university excels in the fields of science and engineering nationally.

Aeronautic engineering may even involve computing.

They include mechanical engineering, agriculture, science, pharmaceutics and biotechnologies, as well as development of new materials.

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Common mistakes of engineering pronunciation

Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "en-ˌgɪn-ˈɪr-ɪŋ". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˈɛn-dʒɪ-ˌnɪr-ɪŋ". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ˈɛn" part.
Vowel sound confusion: The initial vowel sound is often mispronounced as "i" instead of "ɛ". This leads to saying "in-ˈdʒɪn-ɪr-ɪŋ" instead of "ˈɛn-dʒɪ-ˌnɪr-ɪŋ". Tip: Practice the "ɛ" sound like in "bed".
Syllable omission: Some speakers drop the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈɛn-ɪr-ɪŋ". This makes it sound incomplete. Tip: Remember to pronounce all syllables clearly: "ˈɛn-dʒɪ-ˌnɪr-ɪŋ".
Consonant cluster errors: The "g" sound can be mispronounced as a "j" sound, resulting in "ˈɛn-jɪn-ɪr-ɪŋ". The correct pronunciation is with a hard "g": "ˈɛn-dʒɪ-ˌnɪr-ɪŋ". Tip: Emphasize the hard "g" as in "go".
Final "ing" sound: Some may incorrectly pronounce the ending as "ɪŋ" instead of "ɪŋ". This leads to "ˈɛn-dʒɪ-ˌnɪr-ɪn". Tip: Ensure the final sound is a clear "ɪŋ" as in "sing".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "engineering" in American English?

In American English, "engineering" is pronounced as /ˌɛn.dʒɪˈnɪr.ɪŋ/. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "neer," making it sound like "en-jih-NEER-ing."

What is the British pronunciation of "engineering"?

In British English, "engineering" is pronounced similarly, /ˌɛn.dʒɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ/, but the vowel sound in the third syllable is slightly different, sounding more like "near" with a schwa sound at the end. The stress pattern remains the same, focusing on the "neer" syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "engineering"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "en-gin-eering" instead of "en-jih-NEER-ing." Remember to emphasize the "neer" syllable to pronounce it correctly.

How many syllables are in the word "engineering"?

The word "engineering" has five syllables: "en-gin-eer-ing." Each syllable flows together, but the primary stress on "neer" is crucial for correct pronunciation.