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installation
Definition:
(nou) the act of installing something (as equipment) (nou) a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry (nou) a formal entry into an organization or position or office
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɪnstəˈleɪʃən
Examples:
The installation is a product of the company.
Just the same with their installation of Blackboard.
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Common mistakes of installation pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-sta-ˈla-tion". In English, the primary stress is on the third syllable: "ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən". Tip: Focus on emphasizing "leɪ" when pronouncing "installation".
- Vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the "i" as a short sound, saying "in-sta-ˈlɛ-tion". The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound, "ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən". Tip: Practice the schwa sound in unstressed syllables to improve clarity.
- Over-articulating consonants: Learners often over-enunciate the "t" in "installation", making it sound like "in-sta-ˈla-tion". The "t" should be softer, as in "ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən". Tip: Keep the "t" light and connected to the following vowel.
- Missing syllable: Some speakers may drop the second syllable, saying "in-ˈla-tion". This omits the important "sta" sound, leading to confusion. The full pronunciation is "ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən". Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to maintain the word's structure.
- Incorrect vowel length: A common mistake is pronouncing "installation" with a long "a" sound, as in "in-sta-ˈla-tion". The correct vowel sound is a diphthong in "leɪ": "ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən". Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the correct vowel sounds.