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signature
Definition:
(nou) your name written in your own handwriting (nou) a distinguishing style (nou) a melody used to identify a performer or a dance band or radio/tv program (nou) the sharps or flats that follow the clef and indicate the key (nou) a sheet with several pages printed on it; it folds to page size and is bound with other signatures to form a book
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɪɡnətʃə
Examples:
The signature is clear and unmistakable.
The signature is on the bottom of that receipt.
Be careful about the length of the signature.
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Common mistakes of signature pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may stress the second syllable, pronouncing "signature" as /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/ instead of the correct /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/ in US and /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃə/ in UK. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing vowels: A common mistake is overpronouncing the "a" in "signature," leading to /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/ instead of /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/ (US) or /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃə/ (UK). Tip: Keep the vowel sounds subtle and quick.
- Dropping syllables: Some speakers may drop the second syllable, saying "sign-ture" as /ˈsɪɡ.tʃər/. This is incorrect. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly: "sig" - "na" - "ture."
- Confusing with similar words: Mixing "signature" with "sign" can lead to mispronunciations like /ˈsaɪn.tʃər/. Tip: Focus on the full pronunciation of "signature" to distinguish it from "sign."
- Incorrect final sound: Some may pronounce the ending as /tʃər/ instead of the correct /tʃə/ (UK). Tip: Pay attention to the soft ending sound, keeping it light and quick.