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selection
Definition:
(nou) the act of choosing or selecting (nou) an assortment of things from which a choice can be made (nou) the person or thing chosen or selected (nou) a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment (nou) a passage selected from a larger work
Phonetic Transcription:
sɪˈlekʃən
Examples:
The following is a selection of some of the major awards Vivid films have won.
But the selection is more stringent.
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Common mistakes of selection pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /sɪˈlɛkʃən/. The correct pronunciation is /səˈlɛkʃən/ in US and /sɪˈlɛkʃən/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper stress.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "selection" with an incorrect vowel sound, like /sɪˈlɛkʃən/. The first syllable should sound like /sə/ in US English. Tip: Practice the schwa sound /ə/ for clarity.
- Ending sound mispronunciation: Learners often mispronounce the final syllable, saying /səˈlɛkʃən/ with a hard "n" sound. The correct pronunciation is /səˈlɛkʃən/ in US and /sɪˈlɛkʃən/ in UK. Tip: Ensure a soft ending with the "sh" sound.
- Syllable omission: Some speakers may drop the first syllable, saying "lection" instead of "selection". This alters the meaning and clarity. Tip: Always pronounce both syllables clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Overemphasis on consonants: Some learners may overly stress the "s" or "l" sounds, leading to a harsh pronunciation like /ˈsɛlɛkʃən/. The correct pronunciation is smoother. Tip: Focus on fluidity and balance in your speech.