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revolution

Definition:

(nou) a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving (nou) the overthrow of a government by those who are governed (nou) a single complete turn (axial or orbital)

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌrevəˈluːʃən

Examples:

The excess of the industrial revolution was doomed to haunt the earth.

It is considered one of the adverse effects of the information revolution.

The Black revolution and the Negro revolution are the same.

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agriculture

industry

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Common mistakes of revolution pronunciation

Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place the stress on the second syllable, saying "rev-o-'lu-tion". The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌrɛv.əˈluː.ʃən/ (US) or /ˌrɛv.əˈluː.ʃən/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "lu" to sound natural.
Mispronouncing the "v": A common mistake is pronouncing "v" as "b", resulting in "reb-o-lu-tion". The correct pronunciation includes a voiced "v": /ˌrɛv.əˈluː.ʃən/. Tip: Practice saying "v" by placing your upper teeth on your lower lip.
Skipping the "o": Some may omit the "o" in the first syllable, saying "rev-lu-tion". The "o" is crucial for clarity: /ˌrɛv.əˈluː.ʃən/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce all syllables clearly to avoid confusion.
Confusing "tion" with "shun": Learners might say "rev-o-lu-shun", which is incorrect. The correct ending is pronounced as /ʃən/ in both US and UK variants. Tip: Practice the "tion" sound by saying "nation" or "action" to reinforce the correct pronunciation.
Overemphasizing the "u": Some learners stress the "u" too much, saying "rev-o-'lu-tion". The correct pronunciation is more balanced: /ˌrɛv.əˈluː.ʃən/. Tip: Keep the "u" subtle and focus on the overall rhythm of the word.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "revolution" in American English?

In American English, "revolution" is pronounced as /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "lu," while the first syllable, "rev," has a secondary stress.

What is the British pronunciation of "revolution"?

In British English, "revolution" is pronounced similarly, /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/, with the primary stress still on "lu." The pronunciation is quite consistent between American and British English.

Does "revolution" have a schwa sound?

Yes, the first syllable "rev" contains a schwa sound, pronounced as /ə/. This makes it sound softer and less stressed compared to the other syllables.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "revolution"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, such as stressing the first syllable instead of the third. Remember to focus on the "lu" syllable for the correct pronunciation.