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storage
Definition:
(nou) the act of storing something (nou) a depository for goods (nou) the commercial enterprise of storing goods and materials (nou) the process of storing information in a computer memory or on a magnetic tape or disk (nou) an electronic memory device (nou) depositing in a warehouse
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈstɔːrɪdʒ
Examples:
The amygdala modulates the encoding, storage, and retrieval of episodic memory.
Water storage for the complex is located in the basements of the towers.
Windows uses the paging file as temporary storage for the memory dump.
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Common mistakes of storage pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sto-ˈrage". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈstɔːrɪdʒ" (UK) or "ˈstɔrɪdʒ" (US). Tip: Practice by emphasizing "stor" to get the right rhythm.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some pronounce "storage" with a short "o" sound, as in "sto-ˈrɪdʒ". The correct pronunciation has a long "o" sound: "ˈstɔːrɪdʒ" (UK) or "ˈstɔrɪdʒ" (US). Tip: Listen to native speakers and mimic the vowel length.
- Omitting the final sound: A common mistake is dropping the final "j" sound, leading to "stor-ˈt". The correct pronunciation includes the "j" sound, making it "ˈstɔːrɪdʒ" (UK) or "ˈstɔrɪdʒ" (US). Tip: Focus on articulating the "j" clearly at the end.
- Mispronouncing the "t" sound: Some learners may pronounce the "t" in "storage" too harshly, sounding like "stor-ˈtʃ". The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" sound: "ˈstɔːrɪdʒ" (UK) or "ˈstɔrɪdʒ" (US). Tip: Practice saying "t" lightly to achieve the right sound.
- Ignoring regional differences: Some may not recognize that "storage" can sound different in various accents, such as "ˈstɔːrɪdʒ" (UK) versus "ˈstɔrɪdʒ" (US). Tip: Familiarize yourself with both pronunciations to improve your listening skills.