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medications

Definition:

(nou) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease (nou) the act of treating with medicines or remedies

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃən

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drug

prescription

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Common mistakes of medications pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "MED-i-cations" instead of the correct "med-i-ˈkeɪ-shənz". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ˈkeɪ" to ensure proper pronunciation.
Vowel sounds: Some might pronounce the "a" in "medications" as "æ" instead of the correct "ə". This leads to "med-ɪ-ˈkeɪ-ʃənz". Tip: Practice the schwa sound "ə" in unstressed syllables for clarity.
Syllable count: A common mistake is to add an extra syllable, pronouncing it as "med-i-ˈkeɪ-shuns". The correct pronunciation is "med-i-ˈkeɪ-shənz". Tip: Break it down into three distinct syllables to avoid confusion.
Final "s" sound: Some may pronounce the final "s" as a "z" sound, saying "med-i-ˈkeɪ-shənz" instead of "med-i-ˈkeɪ-ʃənz". Tip: Ensure the "s" remains soft and clear to maintain the correct pronunciation.
Overemphasis on "med": Learners often stress "med" too much, making it sound like "ˈmed-i-cations". The correct stress is on "keɪ", resulting in "med-i-ˈkeɪ-shənz". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, focusing on the correct stress pattern.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "medications" in American English?

In American English, "medications" is pronounced as /ˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃənz/. The primary stress is on the third syllable "keɪ".

What is the British pronunciation of "medications"?

In British English, "medications" is also pronounced as /ˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃənz/, with the same stress pattern. The pronunciation is quite similar to the American version.

How many syllables are in the word "medications"?

The word "medications" has four syllables: "med-i-ca-tions". Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the stress on the third syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "medications"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "MED-i-ca-tions" instead of "med-i-'CA-tions". Remember, the correct stress is on the third syllable.