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occupation
Definition:
(nou) the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money (nou) the control of a country by military forces of a foreign power (nou) any activity that occupies a person's attention (nou) the act of occupying or taking possession of a building (nou) the period of time during which a place or position or nation is occupied
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɒkjʊˈpeɪʃən
Examples:
The occupation is immoral and unjust.
There is nonviolent resistance to the occupation.
The agriculture is the main occupation in the county.
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Common mistakes of occupation pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "oc-CU-pation" instead of the correct "OC-cu-pation" (/ˌɒk.jʊˈpeɪ.ʃən/ for UK, /ˌɑːk.jəˈpeɪ.ʃən/ for US). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "occupation" with an unclear vowel sound, like "oc-cup-AY-shun." The correct pronunciation uses a short "u" sound in the second syllable (/ˈkjuː/). Tip: Practice the vowel sounds to distinguish between them.
- Missing syllable: Learners might say "oc-cupation," omitting the second syllable entirely. This leads to misunderstanding. The correct form is three syllables: "OC-cu-pation." Tip: Break the word into syllables and practice each one.
- Final "n" sound: Some tend to drop the final "n" sound, pronouncing it as "oc-cu-pay-sha." The correct pronunciation includes the "n" sound at the end (/ˈpeɪ.ʃən/). Tip: Pay attention to the ending sounds to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasis on consonants: A common mistake is overemphasizing the "c" or "p" sounds, leading to "oc-CUP-pation." The correct pronunciation is smoother: "OC-cu-pation." Tip: Focus on a balanced flow between all syllables for better pronunciation.