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program
Definition:
(nou) a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished (nou) a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need (nou) a radio or television show (nou) a document stating the aims and principles of a political party (nou) an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event (nou) an integrated course of academic studies (nou) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute (nou) a performance (or series of performances) at a public presentation
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈprəʊɡræm
Examples:
The program is in lieu of participating in the college courses for one semester.
The orthodontics program is a 36 month program.
In 2008, the program was reaccredited after a rigorous survey of the program.
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Common mistakes of program pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "pro-ˈgram" instead of the correct "ˈpro-gram". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some people pronounce "program" with a short "o" sound, saying "prə-ˈgram". The correct pronunciation features a long "o" sound, as in "ˈpro-gram". Tip: Focus on elongating the "o" to achieve the right sound.
- Syllable reduction: A common mistake is to reduce the first syllable, resulting in "ˈprə-gram". The correct pronunciation maintains the full sound of the first syllable: "ˈpro-gram". Tip: Practice saying the first syllable clearly to avoid this error.
- Incorrect vowel in the second syllable: Some learners may pronounce the second syllable as "ɡræm" instead of "ɡrəm". The correct pronunciation is "ˈpro-gram" with a schwa sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle vowel sound in the second syllable.
- Omitting the final "m": A few speakers might drop the final "m", saying "pro-ˈgra" instead of "ˈpro-gram". This changes the word completely. Tip: Always ensure to articulate the final consonant clearly.