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refraction
Definition:
(nou) the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another (nou) the amount by which a propagating wave is bent
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈfrækʃən
Examples:
The phenomenon is called refraction.
This is called the angle of refraction.
He knows the cause of the refraction.
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Common mistakes of refraction pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "re-FRAC-tion" instead of the correct "ref-RAC-tion" (ˌrɛfˈrækʃən in US, ˌriːfˈrækʃən in UK). Tip: Focus on stressing the third syllable to sound more natural.
- Overemphasizing the "r": People may pronounce "refraction" with a strong "r" sound at the beginning, leading to "RREF-raction." This can distort the word's flow. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and blend it smoothly with the following vowel.
- Shortening the vowel sound: Some might say "refraction" with a quick "e" sound, resulting in "rifraction." This can make the word unclear. Tip: Extend the "e" sound slightly, ensuring it sounds like "ref" rather than "rif."
- Ignoring the "t" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "t" in "refraction," pronouncing it as "refrac-tion." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "t" sound to maintain clarity.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some learners pronounce "refraction" with an unclear ending, sounding like "refractionn." This can make the word sound incomplete. Tip: Ensure the ending "-tion" is pronounced as "ʃən" to finish the word properly.