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enunciation

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

noun
Definition

The way in which someone pronounces words clearly and distinctly, making it easy to understand what they are saying.


Example

Her enunciation was so clear that everyone could understand her speech without any difficulty.


Conversation
Sloth A
I really need to work on my enunciation when I speak in public.
Sloth B
Yeah, clear speech makes a big difference in how people understand you.
Sloth A
Exactly! I think practicing in front of a mirror could help with my enunciation too.
Sloth B
That's a good idea! It helps to see how you're forming your words.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
articulation
pronouncement
declaration
Antonyms
mumbling
silence
inarticulateness
Root Explanation

Enunciation → It is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "nuntiare" (meaning to announce). The word "enunciation" refers to the act of announcing or articulating words clearly and distinctly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'announcing' something 'out' clearly — that's what enunciation means.

Visually Confused Words
renunciation
denunciation
nonenunciation
misenunciation
obnunciation
annunciation
repronunciation
nonrenunciation
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