5 syllables: man, i, fes, ta, tion. Stress on ta.
man-uh-fes-TAY-shuhn
/ˌmænəfɛˈsteɪʃən/
manifestation is pronounced man-uh-fes-TAY-shuhn (/ˌmænəfɛˈsteɪʃən/). It has five syllables (man-i-fes-ta-tion), with the stress on "ta". A tangible indication or action that embodies an idea, quality, or plan becoming real or visible. It often represents a process that translates abstract concepts into concrete form, such as a prediction, hope, or theory taking physical or observable shape through deliberate effort or coincidence.
A tangible indication or action that embodies an idea, quality, or plan becoming real or visible. It often represents a process that translates abstract concepts into concrete form, such as a prediction, hope, or theory taking physical or observable shape through deliberate effort or coincidence.
- You often misplace the primary stress, saying MAN-i-fes-TA-tion or man-i-FES-ta-tion. Focus on establishing the correct peak on the 3rd syllable: /ˌmæ.nɪ.fesˈteɪ.ʃən/. - Endings: avoid slurring -tion into a dull /ən/; keep /ʃən/ clear. - Vowel clarity: ensure the /eɪ/ in -teɪ- isn’t reduced to /ɛ/ or /ɪ/; keep it as a true /eɪ/ (like 'ray'). - Practice with connected speech: the pace can hide the syllable boundary, so slow practice helps. - To fix, practice with choral drills: say each syllable in isolation, then gradually connect with a controlled tempo.
"Her rigorous journaling is a manifestation of her commitment to personal growth."
"The scientist spoke of climate models as a manifestation of complex data patterns."
"In mindfulness, gratitude can be a manifestation of a shift in perspective."
Pronunciation: /ˌmæ.nɪ.fesˈteɪ.ʃən/ (US: ˌmæ.nə.fəsˈteɪ.ʃən). Primary stress on the third syllable '-teɪ-'; secondary stress on the first two syllables in some contexts. Start with /ˌmæ/ (MAN-ih) with a short a as in man, then /nɪ/ (nih), followed by /fəs/ or /fə s/ depending on pace, then /ˈteɪ/ (TAY) and end with /ʃən/ (shun). Think: “man-uh-FES-tay-shun.” For clarity, keep the /t/ crisp before /eɪ/. Audio reference: consult Cambridge or Oxford dictionaries for pronunciation samples.
Common mistakes: 1) Misplacing stress, saying /ˌmæn.iˈfɛsˌteɪ.ʃən/ or /ˌmænɪˌfɛsˈteɪ.ʃən/—aim for three-syllable rhythm with tented secondary stress on the first two syllables and primary on the -teɪ- . 2) Slurring the -tɪən/ ending into a flat /ən/; instead, articulate /-tʃən/ clearly as /-ˈtʃən/ to avoid ‘shun’ confusion. 3) Reducing /fes/ to /fəs/ too early; keep a clear /fəs/ sequence before the /teɪ/. Correct these by practicing with slow, exaggerated enunciation, then speed up.
Across accents, the primary rhotacism difference affects the vowel quality in the final syllables. US often yields a non-rhotic, clearer /ˈmæ.nɪˌfɛsˈteɪ.ʃən/ with a sharper /t/ before /ʃən/. UK tends to a crisper /ˌmænɪfɛˈsteɪʃən/ with less vowel length difference and a more rounded /ɜː/ in some speakers. AU tends toward slightly more centralized vowels and quicker linkage between syllables, with the final /ən/ often reduced to /ən/ or /n̩/. In all, maintain /ˈteɪ/ as a prominent syllable; ensure the -tion is realized as /ʃən/.
The challenge lies in its three-syllable core with a challenging /æ/ to /eɪ/ transition and a tense /t/ before /eɪ/, plus the /-tɪən/ cluster at the end. The secondary stress on the early syllables can cause timing confusion, and the combination of consonant clusters /nɪ/. To master it, slow down to articulate each segment: /ˌmæ.nɪ.fesˈteɪ.ʃən/, then practice重点 on the /teɪ/ and /ʃən/ parts, using minimal pairs to train rhythm.
Is the /ˈfeɪ/ sequence in the middle of manifestation affected by linking to the following /t/ before /ʃən/? Answer: Yes. In careful speech you’ll hear a clear /ˈteɪ/ with the /t/ released before the /ʃən/ sequence, ensuring not to merge the /t/ into a soft /ʃ/. Practicing with a fair tempo helps ensure your middle syllable stays distinct and keeps listener comprehension intact.
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- US: Pre-vocalic /æ/ in first syllable is bright; keep a short but crisp /æ/ and avoid over-elongation. /ˌmæ.nɪ.fesˈteɪ.ʃən/ with a strong /teɪ-/. - UK: Slightly more clipped vowels; reduce vowel length a touch; maintain /ˈmæn.ɪ.fesˈteɪ.ʃən/ with less flex. - AU: More centralized vowel space; keep the /æ/ bright but relaxed; ensure final /ən/ is not fully syllabic; practice with connected speech to avoid hiatus. - IPA references: US /ˌmæ.nɪˈfe sˈteɪ.ʃən/; UK /ˌmænɪˈfesˈteɪʃn/; AU /ˌmæ.nɪˈfe sˈteɪ.ʃən/. Note: the second syllable’s /ɪ/ often reduces in rapid speech; maintain enough /ɪ/ to prevent misperception of /mæ/.
Manifestation comes from the late Middle English form manifestation, via the French manifestation and Latin manifestatio, from manifestus meaning ‘obvious, clear, evident’ (from tangibly appearing). The root is manifestus, connected to the verb manere ‘to appear, to show clearly’ in Latin. In English, manifestation originally carried a sense of something that makes something else clear or visible, a display or demonstration. Over time, it broadened to denote the process or result of making an idea concrete—whether a personal quality, a trend, or a physical occurrence. The word gained scientific and philosophical traction in the 17th–19th centuries with terms like “manifestation of disease” or “manifestation of a law,” and in popular usage it expanded into everyday talk about goals and outcomes (e.g., “the manifestation of your intentions”). In modern usage, it often emphasizes the bridge from inner concept to outer reality, sometimes with spiritual or self-help connotations, while maintaining its core Latin root of making something evident. First known use in English dates to the 15th century in ecclesiastical or demonstrative contexts, evolving through secular and scientific discourse to today’s broader application.
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