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proliferation
Definition:
(nou) growth by the rapid multiplication of parts (nou) a rapid increase in number (especially a rapid increase in the number of deadly weapons)
Phonetic Transcription:
prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən
Examples:
The proliferation of tags is egregious.
This leads to the proliferation of subpages.
It can revolutionize the proliferation of knowledge.
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Common mistakes of proliferation pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly, saying "proliferation" as /prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən/ instead of /prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the "re" syllable.
- Mispronouncing the "l" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "l" sound, leading to "proiferation." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Ensure you pronounce "l" clearly as in "light."
- Overemphasizing the final "tion": Some may say "proliferation" as /prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən/ with too much emphasis on the "tion." Tip: Keep the "tion" soft and fluid, blending it smoothly with the preceding syllables.
- Shortening the vowel sounds: Some learners may shorten the vowel sounds, pronouncing it as "proliferashun" instead of "proliferation." Tip: Pay attention to the length of the vowels, especially in the "ra" and "tion" parts.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "proliferation" with "proliferate" and mispronounce it. Tip: Focus on the syllable structure, noting that "proliferation" has four syllables while "proliferate" has three.