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innovation
Definition:
(nou) a creation (a new device or process) resulting from study and experimentation (nou) the creation of something in the mind (nou) the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɪnəˈveɪʃən
Examples:
The latter is seen to be more stifling for technological innovation.
The innovation was the engine.
Galvanize is an innovation ecosystem.
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Common mistakes of innovation pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-no-ˈva-tion" instead of the correct "ˈin-ə-ˌvā-shən". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: Some learners pronounce the first vowel as "i" in "bit" instead of the correct "i" in "inn". This leads to "ˈbɪn-ə-ˌvā-shən". Tip: Focus on the "i" sound as in "in" for clarity.
- Missing schwa sound: The schwa sound in the second syllable can be overlooked, leading to a flat pronunciation like "in-no-vation". The correct pronunciation is "ˈin-ə-ˌvā-shən". Tip: Practice saying the unstressed "ə" sound to improve fluency.
- Ending sound errors: Some pronounce the last syllable as "shun" instead of "shən", resulting in "in-no-vay-shun". The correct form is "ˈin-ə-ˌvā-shən". Tip: Ensure you soften the ending to include the schwa sound.
- Overemphasis on "v": Learners may stress the "v" sound too heavily, making it sound like "in-no-vay-tion". The correct pronunciation is "ˈin-ə-ˌvā-shən". Tip: Keep the "v" sound light and focus on the syllable structure.