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garrison

Definition:

(nou) a fortified military post where troops are stationed (nou) United States abolitionist who published an anti-slavery journal (1805-1879) (nou) the troops who maintain and guard a fortified place

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈɡærɪsən

Examples:

In 1946, the fort was vacated by the garrison.

It was the church intimately associated with the early Castle and its garrison.

It was also the biggest garrison town near the border with Liege.

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Common mistakes of garrison pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ga-RI-son" /ˈɡɛr.ɪ.sən/ instead of the correct first syllable stress. Tip: Remember that "garrison" has primary stress on the first syllable: /ˈɡɛr/.
Ignoring the vowel sound: People often pronounce "garrison" with an unclear vowel in the first syllable, saying "gair-ison" instead of the correct "ger" /ˈɡɛr/. Tip: Focus on producing a short "e" sound as in "bed" for clarity.
Overemphasizing the final "n": Some speakers pronounce the last syllable too strongly, resulting in "garri-SON" /sɒn/ instead of the correct "son" /sən/. Tip: Keep the final syllable light and quick to match the natural flow of the word.
Mispronouncing the "r": Learners sometimes replace the "r" sound in "garrison" with a "d" sound, saying "gadison." Tip: Practice the "r" sound by positioning your tongue close to the roof of your mouth without touching it.
Confusing the "s" sound: Some may pronounce "garrison" with a "z" sound, saying "garizon" /ˈɡɛr.ɪ.zən/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "s" as an unvoiced sound, similar to "snake," to maintain the correct pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "garrison" correctly?

The pronunciation of "garrison" is /ˈɡɛr.ɪ.sən/ in both American and British English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "gar," which sounds like "gare," while the second syllable is pronounced "ih," and the last syllable has a schwa sound, "sən."

What are the syllables in the word "garrison"?

The word "garrison" has three syllables: "gar," "ri," and "son." You can break it down as /ˈɡɛr.ɪ.sən/, with the first syllable being stressed.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "garrison"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ɡəˈrɪ.sən/ instead of /ˈɡɛr.ɪ.sən/. Remember to emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "garrison" in different accents?

While "garrison" is generally pronounced the same in American and British accents, some regional variations may slightly alter vowel sounds. However, the stress pattern remains consistent across dialects.