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intonation
Definition:
(nou) rise and fall of the voice pitch (nou) singing by a soloist of the opening piece of plainsong (nou) the act of singing in a monotonous tone (nou) the production of musical tones (by voice or instrument); especially the exactitude of the pitch relations
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɪntəˈneɪʃən
Examples:
Music harmony and intonation depend strongly on the harmonicity of tones.
Music harmony and intonation depends strongly on the harmonicity of tones.
The difference is expressed by the intonation.
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Common mistakes of intonation pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "in-to-ˈna-tion" instead of the correct "ˈin-to-na-tion". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "intonation" with a short "i" sound, as in "bit", instead of the correct "ɪ" as in "sit". Tip: Practice saying "in" with a clear "ɪ" sound to improve clarity.
- Overemphasizing the last syllable: Learners might say "in-to-na-ˈtion" with too much emphasis on the last syllable. The correct pronunciation is "ˈin-to-na-tion". Tip: Focus on a balanced tone across all syllables.
- Dropping the "t" sound: Some people may omit the "t" sound, pronouncing it as "in-o-na-tion". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "t" in "intonation" for better understanding.
- Confusing it with similar words: "Intonation" is often mixed up with "intonate" or "intone". They have different meanings and pronunciations. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the definitions and sounds of each word to avoid confusion.