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juxtaposition

Definition:

(nou) the act of positioning close together (or side by side) (nou) a side-by-side position

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən

Examples:

The Agarias live in close juxtaposition with both the Baigas and Gonds.

In juxtaposition to the grid they appear random.

It relies on the juxtaposition of the two protagonists.

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Common mistakes of juxtaposition pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "juxtaˈposition". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌjʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (US) / "ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (UK). Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the "zɪʃən" part.
Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce "juxtaposition" with exaggerated vowels, making it sound unnatural. The correct vowel sounds are more subtle: "ˌjʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (US) / "ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the natural vowel sounds.
Ignoring the "x": A common mistake is omitting the "x" sound, leading to "juxtaposition" sounding like "justaposition". The "x" is pronounced as "ks": "ˌjʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (US) / "ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (UK). Tip: Focus on the "ks" sound at the beginning to avoid this error.
Mispronouncing the "t": Some learners pronounce the "t" in "juxtaposition" too softly or as a "d" sound, which is incorrect. The "t" should be clear: "ˌjʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (US) / "ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (UK). Tip: Practice enunciating the "t" sound distinctly.
Skipping syllables: A frequent error is to skip the second syllable, saying "juxtaposition" as "jusposition". The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "ˌjʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (US) / "ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən" (UK). Tip: Break the word into syllables to ensure you pronounce each one clearly.

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How do you pronounce "juxtaposition"?

In American English, "juxtaposition" is pronounced as /ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən/, with the primary stress on the fourth syllable "position." In British English, the pronunciation is similar, but you might hear slight variations in the vowel sounds.

What are the syllables in "juxtaposition"?

The word "juxtaposition" has six syllables: "jux-ta-po-si-tion." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, which helps in understanding the rhythm of the word.

Is there a schwa sound in "juxtaposition"?

Yes, the word "juxtaposition" contains a schwa sound /ə/ in the second syllable "ta." This unstressed vowel sound is common in many English words and helps to make pronunciation smoother.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "juxtaposition"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "juxta-po-SI-tion" instead of the correct "juxta-po-ZI-tion." Paying attention to the stress pattern can greatly improve your pronunciation.