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logistics
Definition:
(nou) handling an operation that involves providing labor and materials be supplied as needed
Phonetic Transcription:
ləˈdʒɪstɪks
Examples:
Reverse logistics is the process of managing the return of goods.
He served on the logistics committee of the conference.
The logistics of the enterprise were difficult to organize.
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Common mistakes of logistics pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "lo-ˈjistics". In both US and UK pronunciations, the primary stress is on the second syllable, "lo-ˈjistics". Tip: Focus on placing the stress correctly on "jistics".
- Ignoring the "g": Some people pronounce "logistics" without the "g", sounding like "lo-ˈjistics". The "g" is essential and should be pronounced clearly as /g/. Tip: Emphasize the "g" sound to maintain clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common error is to overly stress the "t" sound, leading to "lo-ˈgɪt-ɪks". The "t" should be softer, as in /tɪks/. Tip: Practice saying "logistics" smoothly to avoid overemphasizing the "t".
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some speakers say "logistics" with incorrect vowel sounds, like "luh-ˈjɪt-ɪks". The correct pronunciation includes the short "o" as in /əʊ/ or /ɑ/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the correct vowel sounds.
- Skipping the final "s": A mistake occurs when the final "s" is omitted, resulting in "logistic". The correct form is "logistics" with the /s/ sound. Tip: Always end with the "s" to ensure you are using the correct plural form.