Articulation: meaning, definitions and examples

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articulation

 

[ ษ‘หหŒtษชkjสŠหˆleษชสƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

speech production

The act of producing speech sounds. It involves the movement of articulators such as the lips, tongue, and vocal cords to create specific sounds.

Synonyms

enunciation, pronunciation, speech production.

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Word Description / Examples
articulation

Use this word when referring to the clarity and distinctness in the way parts of speech sounds or words are expressed. It's often used in linguistic and phonetic studies.

  • Good articulation is crucial for public speaking.
  • Her articulation of complex ideas was impressive.

Examples of usage

  • Proper articulation is crucial for clear communication.
  • Children often struggle with articulation when learning to speak.
Context #2 | Noun

anatomy

The point at which two bones meet to form a joint, allowing movement.

Synonyms

connection, joint, junction.

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articulation

Used in anatomy to describe the connection between bones in the body.

  • The knee is a complex articulation that allows for a wide range of movement.
  • An injury to the articulation between the bones can result in decreased mobility.
joint

Commonly used to describe a physical meeting place between two parts, often in mechanics or anatomy.

  • The plumber fixed the leaky joint in the pipe.
  • His arthritis makes the joints in his hands painful.
connection

Describes a relationship or link between people, ideas, or things.

  • There is a strong connection between diet and health.
  • The connection between the two friends was immediately obvious.
junction

Refers to a place where two or more roads or paths meet or cross.

  • The traffic was heavy at the junction during rush hour.
  • Take a left at the next junction to reach the park.

Examples of usage

  • The articulation of the knee is a hinge joint.
  • Strong ligaments support the articulation of the shoulder.
Context #3 | Noun

art

The act of joining together separate elements to create a unified whole, often used in reference to sculpture.

Synonyms

combination, integration, union.

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articulation

Articulation is used when referring to the clear and precise expression of words or sounds. It can also denote the way in which parts are connected or jointed together.

  • His articulation was so clear that everyone in the back row could hear him perfectly
  • The articulation of the robot's joints allowed for fluid movement
integration

Integration is used in contexts where different parts are being brought together to function as a unified whole, often involving systems or processes.

  • The integration of new software into our existing system improved efficiency
  • Cultural integration can be a challenging process for immigrants
combination

Combination is appropriate when talking about the act of joining or mixing different elements together to form a whole. It's often used in contexts involving recipes, strategies, or product features.

  • The combination of these two ingredients creates a delicious dish
  • Her winning strategy was a combination of skill and luck
union

Union is most often used when discussing the coming together of entities such as organizations, states, or groups, often to achieve a common purpose or to signify a formal agreement.

  • The countries formed a union to tackle climate change
  • Their marriage marked the union of two influential families

Examples of usage

  • The artist's articulation of different materials in the sculpture was masterful.
  • Articulation of various textures added depth to the painting.

Translations

Translations of the word "articulation" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น articulaรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคšเฅเคšเคพเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Artikulation

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ artikulasi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั€ั‚ะธะบัƒะปัั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ artykulacja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็™บ้Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท articulation

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ articulaciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท artikรผlasyon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐœ์Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู„ูุธ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ artikulace

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ artikulรกcia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‘้Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ artikulacija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ liรฐamรณt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ั‚ะธะบัƒะปัั†ะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒขแƒ˜แƒ™แƒฃแƒšแƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ artikulyasiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ articulaciรณn

Etymology

The word 'articulation' originated from the Latin word 'articulare', meaning 'to divide into joints'. It first appeared in English in the 15th century with the anatomical sense of joint connection. Over time, the term expanded to encompass various fields such as speech production and art, reflecting the concept of joining or connecting elements.

See also: articulateness, articulatory, disarticulation, inarticulate, inarticulateness.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,609 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.