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procurement
Definition:
(nou) the act of getting possession of something
Phonetic Transcription:
prəˈkjʊəmənt
Examples:
Government procurement in the United States is official.
It is used for the procurement and production of technical publications.
The procurement of suitable staff is to operate the machine.
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Common mistakes of procurement pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pro-CURE-ment" instead of the correct "pro-CUR-ment" (/prəˈkjʊr.mənt/ in US, /prəˈkjʊə.mənt/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "CUR" syllable.
- Omitting the "r" sound: Some speakers might drop the "r" in "procurement," pronouncing it as "puh-CUE-ment." This mispronunciation can lead to confusion. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the "r" in "CUR."
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The vowel in the first syllable is often mispronounced as "o" instead of the correct "ə" sound. This leads to saying "pro-CURE-ment." Tip: Use the schwa sound (/ə/) for the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some might pronounce "procurement" with an exaggerated final syllable, sounding like "procure-MENT." This isn't standard. Tip: Keep the final syllable soft, focusing on "ment" (/mənt/).
- Confusing it with similar words: Some confuse "procurement" with "acquisition" or "purchase," leading to incorrect usage. While related, they are not interchangeable. Tip: Understand the specific meaning of "procurement" to use it accurately.