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oppression
Definition:
(nou) the act of subjugating by cruelty (nou) the state of being kept down by unjust use of force or authority: (nou) a feeling of being oppressed
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈpreʃən
Examples:
Many people suffered from oppression.
This was the climate of oppression of the left at that time.
It was as though the oppression of the interregnum never happened.
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Common mistakes of oppression pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "o-PRESS-ion" /əˈprɛʃ.ən/ instead of the correct first syllable stress. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable "o" to pronounce it correctly.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "o" in "oppression" is often mispronounced as /oʊ/ instead of the correct /ə/. This leads to saying "o-pression" instead of "oppression". Tip: Practice saying "uh-pression" to get the vowel sound right.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some speakers pronounce the "s" in "oppression" too strongly, sounding like "op-PRES-sion" /əˈprɛʃ.ən/. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and connected to the preceding vowel for a smoother pronunciation.
- Omitting the "r": In rapid speech, some may drop the "r" sound, saying "op-pression" /əˈpɛʃ.ən/ instead of "oppression". Tip: Make sure to include the "r" sound to maintain clarity in your speech.
- Confusing with "oppressive": Learners sometimes mix up "oppression" with "oppressive," leading to mispronunciation. "Oppressive" has a different stress pattern: /əˈprɛs.ɪv/. Tip: Focus on the syllable stress differences to avoid confusion.