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station
Definition:
(nou) a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose (nou) proper or designated social situation (nou) the location to which a ship or fleet is assigned for duty (nou) the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand (nou) the frequency assigned to a broadcasting station
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsteɪʃən
Examples:
These depart from the bus station at the front of the station.
The station consists of a makeshift bus shelter.
The underpass accommodates the Bailrigg bus station.
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Common mistakes of station pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners mispronounce "station" by using a short vowel sound, saying "stætʃən" instead of the correct "ˈsteɪʃən" (US) or "ˈsteɪʃ(ə)n" (UK). Tip: Focus on the long "aɪ" sound in "sta-."
- Missing syllable stress: Some speakers place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "sta-ˈtɪʊn." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsteɪʃən." Tip: Practice emphasizing the first part of the word.
- Confusing "t" sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the "t" in "station" too softly, resulting in "sneɪʃən." The correct pronunciation has a clear "t" sound: "ˈsteɪʃən." Tip: Ensure your tongue touches the roof of your mouth for a crisp "t."
- Overemphasizing the ending: Some learners might pronounce "station" with an exaggerated ending, like "steɪʃən" with a prolonged "ən." The correct pronunciation is smoother: "ˈsteɪʃən." Tip: Keep the ending short and natural.
- Misplacing the schwa: A common error is pronouncing the second syllable as "ˈsteɪʃin" instead of the correct "ˈsteɪʃən." The schwa sound is subtle. Tip: Remember that the second syllable is less stressed and sounds softer.