How to pronounce pronunciation

The trap

The verb is pronounce, but the noun drops the o: pro-NUN-ciation, not “pro-NOUN-ciation”.

Tip. Think “nun”, not “noun”, and stress the AY.

Say it in a sentence

1. Her pronunciation is very clear. Practice
2. I want to improve my pronunciation. Practice

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