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mention

Definition:

(nou) a remark that calls attention to something or someone (nou) a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage (nou) an official recognition of merit

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈmenʃən

Examples:

Thanks for the reference to the Bhola cyclone mention in the Pakistan article.

It makes offhand reference to the second, but does not even mention the first.

It is not to mention the pyrotechnics.

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Common mistakes of mention pronunciation

Dropping the "t": Some speakers may omit the "t" sound, pronouncing it as "men-shun" instead of "men-tion" /ˈmɛnʃən/ (US) or /ˈmɛnʧən/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize the "t" to maintain clarity.
Misplacing the stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable as in "men-tion" instead of the first syllable "men" can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "MEN-tion".
Overemphasizing the "n": Some may pronounce "mention" with an exaggerated "n" sound, making it sound like "men-n-shun." Tip: Keep the "n" soft and blend it smoothly into the following vowel to avoid distortion.
Confusing with similar words: Mixing up "mention" with "intention" can lead to miscommunication. "Mention" has a shorter vowel sound in the first syllable. Tip: Practice differentiating by focusing on the vowel sounds and syllable stress.
Adding an extra syllable: Some may mistakenly pronounce "mention" as "men-tion" with an extra syllable, sounding like "men-shun." Tip: Stick to the two syllables: "MEN-tion" for accurate pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "mention" in American English?

In American English, "mention" is pronounced as /ˈmɛnʃən/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "men," followed by a schwa sound in the second syllable.

What is the UK pronunciation of "mention"?

In British English, "mention" is pronounced the same way as in American English, /ˈmɛnʃən/. The stress remains on the first syllable, making it consistent across both dialects.

How many syllables are in the word "mention"?

The word "mention" has two syllables: "men" and "tion." The first syllable is stressed, while the second syllable is pronounced with a softer sound.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "mention"?

A common mistake is to overemphasize the second syllable, which should be softer and pronounced as a schwa. Remember, the stress should always be on the first syllable, "men."