Enunciation: meaning, definitions and examples

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enunciation

 

[ ɪˌnʌnsɪˈeɪʃn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

linguistic

The action of pronouncing words. The manner in which something is expressed or performed.

Synonyms

articulation, delivery, pronunciation

Examples of usage

  • His enunciation was clear and precise.
  • The enunciation of the speech captivated the audience.
Context #2 | Noun

law

A formal announcement or statement.

Synonyms

announcement, declaration

Examples of usage

  • The enunciation of the verdict was met with silence in the courtroom.

Translations

Translations of the word "enunciation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pronúncia

🇮🇳 उच्चारण

🇩🇪 Aussprache

🇮🇩 pengucapan

🇺🇦 вимова

🇵🇱 wymowa

🇯🇵 発音

🇫🇷 prononciation

🇪🇸 pronunciación

🇹🇷 telaffuz

🇰🇷 발음

🇸🇦 نطق

🇨🇿 výslovnost

🇸🇰 výslovnosť

🇨🇳 发音

🇸🇮 izgovorjava

🇮🇸 framburður

🇰🇿 айтылу

🇬🇪 გამოთქმა

🇦🇿 tələffüz

🇲🇽 pronunciación

Etymology

The word 'enunciation' originated from the Latin word 'enuntiatio', which means a speaking out or declaring. Over time, the term evolved to encompass not only the act of articulating words clearly but also formal announcements or statements in various contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,676, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.