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ergonomics
Definition:
(nou) the branch of engineering science in which biological science is used to study the relation between workers and their environments
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɜːɡəˈnɒmɪks
Examples:
Neuroergonomics is the application of neuroscience to ergonomics.
The ergonomics of the handle were focused on.
He prefers the ergonomics of the recumbent bicycle.
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Common mistakes of ergonomics pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "er-go-ˈnom-ics". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "er-go-ˌˈnɒm-ɪks" (UK) or "er-go-ˌˈnɑː-mɪks" (US). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "nom" part to improve accuracy.
- Vowel sounds confusion: Some may mispronounce the "e" in the first syllable as "ee" or "ay", leading to "ergonomics" sounding like "ergonamics". The correct sound is a short "er" as in "her". Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle vowel sound.
- Final "ics" pronunciation: Learners often pronounce the ending as "icks" instead of the softer "iks", resulting in "ergonomicks". The correct pronunciation is "ɪks". Tip: Focus on the "ics" ending to maintain the word's professional tone.
- Syllable reduction: Some speakers may drop the "o" in the second syllable, saying "erg-nomics". This leads to a misunderstanding of the term. The full pronunciation is "er-go-ˌˈnɒm-ɪks" (UK) or "er-go-ˌˈnɑː-mɪks" (US). Tip: Enunciate each syllable clearly to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasis on consonants: A common mistake is overemphasizing the "g" sound, resulting in "erg-gonomics". The correct pronunciation has a softer transition, "er-go-ˌˈnɒm-ɪks" (UK) or "er-go-ˌˈnɑː-mɪks" (US). Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to smooth out the sounds.