C2 adverb フォーマル

articulation

/ɑːˌtɪk.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

Articulation refers to the act of expressing ideas or feelings clearly and effectively in speech or writing. It also denotes the physical state of being jointed or the specific way in which speech sounds are produced by the vocal organs.

例文

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1

Her articulation of the complex problem made it easy for the team to understand.

Her clear explanation of the difficult issue helped the team grasp it.

2

The diplomat's precise articulation of the treaty's terms prevented further conflict.

The official's exact phrasing of the agreement's conditions stopped more fighting.

3

You need better articulation if you want people to understand you over this loud music.

You need to speak more clearly if you want others to hear you in this noise.

語族

名詞
articulation
Verb
articulate
副詞
articulately
形容詞
articulate
関連
articulator
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覚え方のコツ

Think of 'articles' in a chain or an 'article' of clothing; articulation is how different 'parts' are joined together to create a smooth whole.

クイックテスト

The candidate's clear ___ of his policy goals won over the skeptical audience.

正解!

正解は: articulation

例文

1

Her articulation of the complex problem made it easy for the team to understand.

everyday

Her clear explanation of the difficult issue helped the team grasp it.

2

The diplomat's precise articulation of the treaty's terms prevented further conflict.

formal

The official's exact phrasing of the agreement's conditions stopped more fighting.

3

You need better articulation if you want people to understand you over this loud music.

informal

You need to speak more clearly if you want others to hear you in this noise.

4

Phonetic articulation involves the movement of the tongue and lips to produce distinct speech sounds.

academic

The physical production of sounds requires moving the tongue and lips to make clear noises.

5

The CEO provided a brilliant articulation of the company's five-year strategic vision.

business

The leader gave an excellent description of the company's long-term plan.

語族

名詞
articulation
Verb
articulate
副詞
articulately
形容詞
articulate
関連
articulator

よく使う組み合わせ

clear articulation distinct and understandable speech
precise articulation exact and accurate expression
articulation of ideas the process of explaining concepts
lack of articulation failure to express something clearly
joint articulation the connection between two bones

よく使うフレーズ

articulation agreement

A formal agreement between colleges to transfer credits.

point of articulation

The specific place in the mouth where a sound is made.

manner of articulation

How the airflow is obstructed to produce a speech sound.

よく混同される語

articulation vs pronunciation

Pronunciation is how a word is supposed to sound; articulation is the physical clarity of making that sound or the clarity of an idea.

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使い方のコツ

Use 'articulation' when discussing the clarity of speech or the clarity of a concept. In technical fields like anatomy or engineering, it refers to the joints or connections between parts.

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よくある間違い

Learners often use 'articulation' when they mean 'pronunciation' (how to say a word). Articulation is more about the physical mechanics or the overall clarity of the message.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of 'articles' in a chain or an 'article' of clothing; articulation is how different 'parts' are joined together to create a smooth whole.

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語源

From the Latin 'articulatio', from 'articulus', meaning 'a small joint' or 'a part'.

文法パターン

Uncountable when referring to the general quality of speech. Countable when referring to specific physical joints. Often followed by the preposition 'of' (e.g., articulation of a plan).
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文化的な背景

In American higher education, 'articulation' is specifically used for the process of matching courses between different institutions.

クイックテスト

The candidate's clear ___ of his policy goals won over the skeptical audience.

正解!

正解は: articulation

関連単語

pale

A1

Describes something that has very little color or is much lighter than usual. It is often used to describe a person's face when they are ill or a color that is mixed with a lot of white.

lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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