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manufacturing

Definition:

(nou) the act of making something (a product) from raw materials

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃərɪŋ

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Production ended in 1951 with the liquidation of the manufacturing company.

His job is a specifier of a manufacturing company.

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Common mistakes of manufacturing pronunciation

  1. Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "man-u-ˈfacturing". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌmænəˈfækʧərɪŋ" (US) / "ˌmænjuˈfækʧərɪŋ" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "fact" part.
  2. Vowel sounds: Some learners mispronounce the first vowel as in "cat" instead of "man". The correct pronunciation has an "æ" sound as in "man": "ˌmænəˈfækʧərɪŋ". Tip: Focus on the "æ" sound for clarity.
  3. Ending sound: A common mistake is to drop the "ing" ending, pronouncing it as "manufactur". The correct form is "manufacturing" with a clear "ɪŋ" sound. Tip: Practice saying "ing" to maintain the full word.
  4. Syllable reduction: Some speakers may reduce the "u" in the second syllable, saying "manufac-turing". The correct pronunciation includes the "u" sound: "ˌmænəˈfækʧərɪŋ". Tip: Make sure to articulate all syllables clearly.
  5. Consonant clarity: People often blend the "t" and "u" sounds, making it sound like "manufacturing". The correct pronunciation has a distinct "t" sound before the "u": "ˌmænəˈfækʧərɪŋ". Tip: Practice separating the "t" and "u" for better clarity.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "manufacturing"?

In American English, "manufacturing" is pronounced as /ˌmæn.jʊˈfæk.tʃər.ɪŋ/, with the primary stress on the fourth syllable "fak." In British English, it is pronounced similarly, but you may notice slight variations in the vowel sounds.

What are the syllables in the word "manufacturing"?

The word "manufacturing" has five syllables: man-u-fac-tur-ing. Each syllable can be broken down to help with pronunciation, focusing on the stressed syllable "fak."

Is there a schwa sound in "manufacturing"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in "manufacturing." The second syllable "u" is pronounced as a schwa, sounding like "uh," which is common in unstressed syllables in English.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "manufacturing"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the second syllable instead of the fourth. It's important to emphasize "fak" to ensure clarity when saying "manufacturing."
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