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evaluation

Definition:

(nou) act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of (nou) an appraisal of the value of something

Phonetic Transcription:

ɪˌvæljʊˈeɪʃən

Examples:

At the end of each evaluation, it gives accuracy and recency ratings.

This is the result of the evaluation.

Infix evaluation takes precedence over the prefix evaluation.

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assessment

testing

rating

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Common mistakes of evaluation pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "e-VAL-uation" instead of the correct "e-VAL-uation" (ˌɛv.əˈluː.eɪ.ʃən). Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable for clarity.
Omitting the "u" sound: Some pronounce it as "evalation," dropping the "u" sound. The correct pronunciation is "e-VAL-uation" (ˌɛv.əˈluː.eɪ.ʃən). Tip: Focus on articulating each syllable clearly, especially the "u."
Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners may confuse the "a" in "evaluation" with a short "a," saying "e-vah-luation." The correct sound is a schwa "ə" (ˌɛv.əˈluː.eɪ.ʃən). Tip: Practice the schwa sound to improve your pronunciation.
Blending syllables: Some speakers blend the last syllables, saying "evalua-tion" as one syllable. The correct pronunciation is "e-VAL-uation" (ˌɛv.əˈluː.eɪ.ʃən). Tip: Break it down into four distinct syllables for better clarity.
Mispronouncing the "tion" ending: A common mistake is pronouncing "tion" as "shun" instead of "shən." The correct pronunciation is "e-VAL-uation" (ˌɛv.əˈluː.eɪ.ʃən). Tip: Pay attention to the "tion" ending, which often sounds like "shən" in English.

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How do you pronounce "evaluation" in American English?

In American English, "evaluation" is pronounced as /ɪˌvæl.juˈeɪ.ʃən/, with the stress on the fourth syllable. The "e" in the first syllable is pronounced like the short "i" in "it," and the "a" in the second syllable sounds like "val."

What is the British pronunciation of "evaluation"?

In British English, "evaluation" is pronounced the same way as in American English, /ɪˌvæl.juˈeɪ.ʃən/. However, the vowel sounds may be slightly different, with a clearer "a" sound in the second syllable.

How many syllables are in the word "evaluation"?

The word "evaluation" has five syllables: e-val-u-a-tion. Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the stress on the fourth syllable, "eɪ."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "evaluation"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "eval-u-'ation" instead of "e-val-u-'ation." Another issue is the pronunciation of the "a," which should sound like "val," not "vayl."