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sociology
Definition:
(nou) the study and classification of human societies
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌsəʊsɪˈɒlədʒi
Examples:
Goode specializes in the sociology of deviance.
He has majored sociology.
The work is considered a milestone in the sociology of knowledge.
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Common mistakes of sociology pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners may place the stress on the second syllable, saying "so-ci-'ol-o-gy" instead of "so-ci-'ol-o-gy" (UK) or "soʊ-ʃiˈɑːlədʒi" (US). Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Vowel sounds: Mispronouncing the "o" in the second syllable can lead to confusion. It should be pronounced as "o" in "lot," not "o" in "go." Tip: Focus on the "o" sound in "sociology" as /ɒ/ (UK) or /ɑː/ (US).
- Missing the "c" sound: Some might omit the "c" sound, pronouncing it as "so-i-ology." This can change the word's clarity. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "c" clearly as /s/ in the first syllable.
- Final syllable pronunciation: The last syllable is often mispronounced as "gy" like "guy." Instead, it should sound like "jee" as in "energy." Tip: Practice saying "ology" with a clear /dʒi/ sound at the end.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some learners may overemphasize the "so" at the beginning, saying "SO-ciology." This can disrupt the flow of the word. Tip: Maintain a balanced emphasis on all syllables, keeping "so" softer.