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exposition
Definition:
(nou) a systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic (nou) a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display (nou) an account that sets forth the meaning or intent of a writing or discourse (nou) the section of a movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes first occur
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌekspəˈzɪʃən
Examples:
It naturally assists the exposition.
The theme of the exposition was unclear.
Again, the material is identical to the exposition.
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Common mistakes of exposition pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ex-po-'zi-tion" instead of the correct "ˌɛkspəˈzɪʃən". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the last syllable in "exposition".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "o" in "exposition" as "oʊ" instead of the correct "ə". This leads to mispronouncing it as "ˌɛkspəˈzoʊʃən". Tip: Focus on the schwa sound "ə" in unstressed syllables for accuracy.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Learners sometimes place too much emphasis on the "x" sound, pronouncing it as "eks" instead of the smoother "ɛksp". Tip: Practice blending the sounds together to achieve a more natural pronunciation.
- Missing the "t" sound: Some may pronounce "exposition" without clearly articulating the "t," leading to "exposion" ("ˌɛkspəˈzɪʃən"). Tip: Pay attention to the "t" sound to ensure clarity in your speech.
- Vowel length confusion: A common mistake is treating the first "i" in "exposition" as a long vowel, saying "ex-po-si-tion" instead of "ˌɛkspəˈzɪʃən". Tip: Keep the "i" short and crisp to match the correct pronunciation.