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(nou) an official written record of names or events or transactions (nou) the timbre that is characteristic of a certain range and manner of production of the human voice or of different pipe organ stops or of different musical instruments (nou) a book in which names and transactions are listed (nou) memory device that is the part of computer memory that has a specific address and that is used to hold information of a specific kind (nou) an air passage (usually in the floor or a wall of a room) for admitting or excluding heated air from the room (nou) a regulator (as a sliding plate) for regulating the flow of air into a furnace or other heating device (nou) a cashbox with an adding machine to register transactions; used in shops to add up the bill

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈredʒɪstə

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Common mistakes of register pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "re-ˈgis-ter" instead of the correct "ˈrɛdʒ.ɪ.stər" (US) or "ˈrɛdʒ.ɪ.stə" (UK). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable, "reg".
Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "register" with a long "e" sound, saying "ˈriː.dʒɪ.stər". This is incorrect. The first vowel should be short, as in "ˈrɛdʒ". Tip: Practice saying "red" to get the correct vowel sound.
Missing syllables: A common mistake is omitting the final syllable, resulting in "ˈrɛdʒ.ɪs" instead of "ˈrɛdʒ.ɪ.stər". This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Always pronounce all syllables clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
Incorrect vowel sound in the final syllable: Some learners pronounce the last syllable as "ter" with a hard "t," resulting in "ˈrɛdʒ.ɪ.stər" sounding like "ˈrɛdʒ.ɪ.stɜːr". Tip: Make sure to use the schwa sound /ə/ for a softer ending.
Overemphasis on "g": Learners may overemphasize the "g" sound, saying "ˈreg.ɪ.stər" instead of "ˈrɛdʒ.ɪ.stər". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Focus on the "j" sound to ensure clarity.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "register" in American English?

In American English, "register" is pronounced as /ˈrɛdʒɪstər/. The stress is on the first syllable, making it sound like "RED-jis-ter."

What is the British pronunciation of "register"?

In British English, "register" is pronounced as /ˈrɛdʒɪstə/. The primary stress is still on the first syllable, similar to the American version, but the final "r" is often less pronounced.

Is there a schwa sound in "register"?

Yes, "register" contains a schwa sound in the second syllable, pronounced as /ˈrɛdʒɪstə/ in British English and /ˈrɛdʒɪstər/ in American English. The schwa, represented by "ə," occurs in unstressed syllables and sounds like a quick, soft "uh."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "register"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, which can lead to confusion. Remember to stress the first syllable: "RED-jis-ter" in American English and "RED-jis-tuh" in British English.