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pronunciation

/prəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

[/prəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/]

the way a word is spoken

Intermediatenoun

Definition

Pronunciation is the way in which a word is spoken. Good pronunciation helps people understand a speaker clearly.

Example

She practised the pronunciation of difficult words.

She practised the pronunciation of difficult words.

Etymology

From Latin 'pronuntiatio' meaning a proclaiming.

How & Where It’s Used

Important in spoken language lessons and oral exams.

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