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predation
Definition:
(nou) an act of plundering and pillaging and marauding (nou) the act of preying by a predator who kills and eats the prey
Phonetic Transcription:
prɪˈdeɪʃən
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Common mistakes of predation pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "pre-ˈdation" instead of the correct "ˈpredation". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: People often mispronounce the "e" in "predation" as a short "e" sound, saying "pridation". The correct pronunciation uses a long "e" sound, as in "ˈprɛdeɪʃən". Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct vowel sound.
- Mispronouncing the "t": Some may pronounce the "t" in "predation" too softly, making it sound like "predation". The correct sound is a clear "t", as in "ˈprɛdeɪʃən". Tip: Emphasize the "t" to ensure clarity.
- Omitting the "a": A common mistake is dropping the "a" sound, leading to "predtion". The correct pronunciation includes the "a" sound, as in "ˈprɛdeɪʃən". Tip: Practice pronouncing the full word slowly to include all sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some learners may overemphasize the "d" sound, making it sound like "preda-tion". The correct pronunciation is smoother, as in "ˈprɛdeɪʃən". Tip: Focus on a fluid transition between syllables for better flow.