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topography
Definition:
(nou) the configuration of a surface and the relations among its man-made and natural features (nou) precise detailed study of the surface features of a region
Phonetic Transcription:
təˈpɒɡrəfi
Examples:
It is part of the Karst topography of the area.
The flowage has a diverse topography.
The topography of the locality is mainly flat.
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Common mistakes of topography pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "to-ˈpography." The correct stress is on the third syllable: "tə-ˈpɒɡ.rə.fi" (UK) and "tə-ˈpɑː.ɡrə.fi" (US). Tip: Focus on the "gra" part for proper emphasis.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the "o" in "topography" as "oʊ" instead of "ə." This can lead to the incorrect pronunciation "to-ˈpoh-grə-fi." The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound: "tə-ˈpɒɡ.rə.fi" (UK) and "tə-ˈpɑː.ɡrə.fi" (US). Tip: Practice saying "uh" for the unstressed vowel.
- Ignoring the "g": Some speakers might skip the "g" sound, saying "to-ˈo-graphy." This omission can make the word unclear. The correct pronunciation includes the "g": "tə-ˈpɒɡ.rə.fi" (UK) and "tə-ˈpɑː.ɡrə.fi" (US). Tip: Emphasize the "g" to maintain clarity.
- Final syllable mispronunciation: A common mistake is pronouncing the last syllable as "fee" instead of "fi." This results in "to-ˈpogra-fee." The correct ending is "fi": "tə-ˈpɒɡ.rə.fi" (UK) and "tə-ˈpɑː.ɡrə.fi" (US). Tip: Remember that "fi" should sound short and clipped.
- Overemphasizing the "top": Some learners may stress the first syllable too much, saying "ˈtop-o-graphy." The correct stress pattern puts more emphasis on the third syllable. Tip: Keep the first syllable lighter and focus on "gra" for the correct rhythm.