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signal
Definition:
(nou) any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message (nou) any incitement to action (nou) an electric quantity (voltage or current or field strength) whose modulation represents coded information about the source from which it comes
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɪɡnəl
Examples:
The standard deviation is an indication of the duration of the signal.
The flashing green indicates that the signal is not currently in use.
The sampled signal is indistinguishable from the samples of many other signals.
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Common mistakes of signal pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "sig-ˈnal". In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsɪɡ.nəl". Tip: Focus on saying "SIG-nal" to get it right.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "signal" with a long "i" sound, like "ˈsaɪg.nəl". The correct pronunciation uses a short "i" as in "sit": "ˈsɪg.nəl". Tip: Practice with words like "big" or "dig" to master the short vowel.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Learners may pronounce the "g" too strongly, sounding like "sig-gal". In "signal", the "g" is softer, almost blending into the following "n": "ˈsɪɡ.nəl". Tip: Try saying it quickly to smooth out the "g".
- Skipping the "n": Some might say "sig-al" without the "n" sound. The "n" is crucial for clarity: "ˈsɪg.nəl". Tip: Practice saying "signal" slowly, ensuring you pronounce each sound clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix up "signal" with "sign" or "singer". Remember, "signal" has two syllables and ends with "nəl": "ˈsɪg.nəl". Tip: Break it down into syllables to avoid confusion: "SIG-nal".