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origin

Definition:

(nou) the place where something begins, where it springs into being (nou) properties attributable to your ancestry (nou) an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events (nou) the point of intersection of coordinate axes; where the values of the coordinates are all zero (nou) the source of something's existence or from which it derives or is derived (nou) the descendants of one individual

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈɒrɪdʒɪn

Examples:

The image source is supposed to be the origin of the image.

The source is not precise to verify the origin of the inconsitency.

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Common mistakes of origin pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "o-RI-gin" instead of the correct "OR-i-gin". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, noted as ˈɔrɪdʒɪn in US English.
Omitting the "g" sound: A common mistake is dropping the "g" sound, pronouncing it as "OR-i-in". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "g" clearly, as in "g" in "go", to maintain clarity.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first vowel as in "cot" rather than "caught", leading to "caw-rigin". Tip: Use the vowel sound in "or" for the first syllable, which is represented as "ɔ" in IPA.
Overemphasizing the "i": Learners might stress the "i" in the second syllable too much, saying "or-I-gin". Tip: Keep the second syllable light and quick, as in "i" in "it", to sound more natural.
Confusing with similar words: Some might confuse "origin" with "original", leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Focus on the distinct syllable structure of "origin" (ˈɔrɪdʒɪn) to differentiate it from "original" (əˈrɪdʒɪnəl).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "origin" in American English?

In American English, "origin" is pronounced as /ˈɔr.ɪ.dʒɪn/, with the primary stress on the first syllable. The "o" sounds like the "or" in "more," and the "i" in the second syllable is a short sound, similar to "it."

What is the British pronunciation of "origin"?

In British English, "origin" is pronounced as /ˈɒr.ɪ.dʒɪn/, where the first syllable has a different vowel sound. The "o" in this case sounds like the "o" in "hot," while the rest of the word remains the same.

Does "origin" have any silent letters?

No, "origin" does not contain any silent letters; each letter is pronounced. The "g" is pronounced as /dʒ/, which is similar to the "g" in "gem."

How many syllables are in "origin"?

The word "origin" has three syllables, divided as "or-i-gin." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the first syllable receiving the primary stress.