pronunciation

[pɹəˌnaʊn.siˈeɪ.ʃən]
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Pronunciation refers to the way we say words out loud.

When talking about pronunciation, most people think of how someone says their name or a certain word. It's common for language learners to work on improving their pronunciation so that they can be understood more easily when speaking English. Imagine practicing with a native speaker who is helping you get the sounds just right – it can make a big difference in how well others understand what you're saying. Some teachers also use specific exercises or games to help students focus on different aspects of pronunciation, such as accents or syllable stress.

How common is "pronunciation"?

Word pronunciation is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

noun

  • The formal or informal way in which a word is made to sound when spoken.

    Example: What is the pronunciation of "hiccough"?

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