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structure

Definition:

(nou) a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts (nou) the manner of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts (nou) the complex composition of knowledge as elements and their combinations (nou) a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing (nou) the people in a society considered as a system organized by a characteristic pattern of relationships

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈstrʌktʃə

Examples:

The organizational structure follows the model of a family.

At the base of the structure is the fog signal building.

The building structure list is minutia in the extreme.

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building

construction

model

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Common mistakes of structure pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "struc-TURE" /strʌkˈtʃʊr/ (US) or /strʌkˈtʃə/ (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "STRUC"-ture.
Omitting the "t" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "structure" as /ˈstrʌkʃər/ (US) or /ˈstrʌkʃə/ (UK), dropping the "t". Tip: Ensure to articulate the "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "structure" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying /ˈstrækʧər/ (US) or /ˈstrækʧə/ (UK). Tip: Use the short "u" sound as in "cup" for accuracy: /ˈstrʌk/.
Mispronouncing the final syllable: Learners sometimes say "structure" with an overly pronounced ending, like "struc-ture" /ˈstrʌkʧər/. Tip: Keep the final syllable soft and quick to sound natural.
Ignoring the "r" sound: Some might say "structure" without the "r," resulting in /ˈstrʌkʧə/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "r" clearly, especially in American English, to avoid confusion.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "structure" in American English?

In American English, "structure" is pronounced as /ˈstrʌk.tʃɚ/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "struck," followed by a softer "cher."

What is the British pronunciation of "structure"?

In British English, "structure" is pronounced as /ˈstrʌk.tʃə/. The first syllable is still stressed, but the final syllable sounds like "chuh," which is slightly different from the American version.

Does "structure" have a schwa sound in its pronunciation?

Yes, in the British pronunciation of "structure," the second syllable contains a schwa sound, represented as /ə/. This makes the word sound less emphasized on the final syllable compared to the American pronunciation.

What are common mistakes when pronouncing "structure"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "STRUC-ture" instead of "STRUC-ture." Additionally, some learners may not pronounce the "t" clearly, making it sound like "struc-shur," which is incorrect.