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jargon
Definition:
(nou) a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) (nou) a colorless (or pale yellow or smoky) variety of zircon (nou) specialized technical terminology characteristic of a particular subject
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdʒɑːɡən
Examples:
It's a collection of indecipherable jargon.
The alternative is to avoid the jargon entirely.
It is a combination of an occupational jargon and an in group argot.
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Common mistakes of jargon pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "jar-GON" instead of "JAR-gon". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA: /ˈdʒɑrɡən/ (US) and /ˈdʒɑːɡən/ (UK).
- Omitting the "j" sound: Some might pronounce "jargon" as "argon", dropping the initial "j". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "j" as /dʒ/, similar to "juice", to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "a" in "jargon" as /æ/ (as in "cat") instead of /ɑ/ (as in "father"). Tip: Practice saying "jar" to get the correct vowel sound before adding "gon".
- Blending the syllables: Some learners may blend "jar" and "gon" into one syllable, making it sound like "jargone". Tip: Break it down into two distinct syllables: "JAR" and "gon" for better pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "jargon" with "jargonize" or "jargony", leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Focus on the base word "jargon" first, then practice the variations separately to avoid confusion.