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gentrification
Definition:
(nou) the restoration of run-down urban areas by the middle class (resulting in the displacement of low-income residents)
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The town is undergoing rapid gentrification and immeasurable social turnover.
The city, like others, faces gentrification issues and exorbitant living costs.
Within the past few years gentrification has begun to encroach on the area.
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Common mistakes of gentrification pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many people place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "gen-tri-fi-ˈca-tion." The correct stress is on the fourth syllable: "gen-tri-fi-ˌˈca-tion." Tip: Focus on the "ca" syllable for emphasis.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce the "i" in "gentrification" as a long "ee" sound, saying "gen-tri-fi-ˈkay-shun." The correct pronunciation uses a short "i" sound, /ɪ/. Tip: Practice the "i" sound as in "bit."
- Missing syllable: A common mistake is to drop the "tri" syllable, pronouncing it as "gen-fi-ˈca-tion." This alters the word's meaning. The full pronunciation is "gen-tri-fi-ˌˈca-tion." Tip: Say each syllable clearly to avoid omissions.
- Incorrect vowel in "ca": Some speakers pronounce "ca" as "kay," resulting in "gen-tri-fi-ˈkay-shun." The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound /ə/, making it "gentrification." Tip: Use a softer, unstressed vowel sound in this syllable.
- Overemphasis on "gen": Some may stress the first syllable too much, saying "ˈgen-tri-fi-ca-tion." The primary stress is on the fourth syllable. Tip: Ensure that the first syllable is lighter and does not dominate the pronunciation.