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volume

Definition:

(nou) the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object (nou) the property of something that is great in magnitude (nou) physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together (nou) a publication that is one of a set of several similar publications (nou) a relative amount (nou) the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction)

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈvɒljuːm

Examples:

The size of a pack of cigarettes is a unit of volume in the USA.

The standard Draize volume is the size of a small faucet drip.

The total volume of overflow will then equal the volume of the object.

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room

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capacity

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Common mistakes of volume pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "vo-ˈlume" instead of the correct "ˈvɒl.juːm" (UK) or "ˈvɑːl.juːm" (US). Tip: Always stress the first syllable.
Overemphasizing the "o": A common mistake is pronouncing the "o" as a long vowel, resulting in "vo-lume" rather than "ˈvɒl.juːm" (UK) or "ˈvɑːl.juːm" (US). Tip: Keep the "o" short and crisp.
Dropping the "u": Some speakers omit the "u" sound, saying "vol-m" instead of "ˈvɒl.juːm" (UK) or "ˈvɑːl.juːm" (US). Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "u" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
Confusing "volume" with "volum": This mistake occurs when learners pronounce it as "ˈvɒl.jɪm" (UK) or "ˈvɑːl.jɪm" (US), dropping the "u" sound. Tip: Remember that "volume" has a distinct "u" sound that must be articulated.
Mispronouncing the ending: Some may pronounce the ending as "m" instead of "juːm," leading to "ˈvɒl.m" (UK) or "ˈvɑːl.m" (US). Tip: Focus on the "juːm" sound to ensure accuracy in pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "volume" in American English?

In American English, "volume" is pronounced as /ˈvɑː.ljuːm/. The stress is on the first syllable, and the "o" sounds like the "a" in "father."

What is the British pronunciation of "volume"?

In British English, "volume" is pronounced as /ˈvɒl.juːm/. The first syllable has a short "o" sound, similar to the "o" in "hot."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "volume"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "volume" with a stress on the second syllable. Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.

Does "volume" have a schwa sound in it?

Yes, in "volume," the second syllable contains a schwa sound, pronounced as "juːm." This makes it sound smoother and less stressed than the first syllable.