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vacillation
Definition:
(nou) indecision in speech or action (nou) changing location by moving back and forth
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌvæsɪˈleɪʃən
Examples:
If anything, it's the opposite of vacillation.
This was clear vacillation in his thinking.
Please forgive my vacillation here.
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Common mistakes of vacillation pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "vacillation" as /ˌvæs.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən/. Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable: /ˌvæs.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən/ in US and UK English.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "vacillation" with a short "i" sound, saying "vacillation" as /ˌvæs.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən/. Tip: Use a schwa sound for the second "a": /ˌvæs.əˈleɪ.ʃən/.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to reduce "vacillation" to two syllables, saying "vacillation" as /ˈvæs.ɪˌleɪ.ʃən/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all four syllables clearly: /ˌvæs.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən/.
- Mispronouncing the "c": Some learners mistakenly pronounce the "c" as a "k" sound, saying "vacillation" as /ˌvæk.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən/. Tip: The "c" should be pronounced as an "s" sound: /ˌvæs.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən/.
- Confusing "vacillation" with similar words: Some confuse "vacillation" with "vacation," leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Remember that "vacillation" refers to indecision, while "vacation" refers to a holiday. Focus on the unique sounds in "vacillation."