How to Pronounce Integration
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Integration Pronunciation
in-teh-GRAY-shun
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
in
teh
GRAY
stress here
shun
4 syllables
What is Integration?
In the treatment of dissociative identity disorder, integration is the therapeutic goal of merging separate identity states into a more unified sense of self. It involves the different parts sharing memories, emotions, and awareness with one another.
Questions About Integration
How do you pronounce 'integration'?
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Integration is pronounced in-teh-GRAY-shun. The stress falls on the third syllable, which sounds like 'GRAY.' Say it like you're combining the words 'in,' 'tuh,' 'gray,' and 'shun' into one smooth word.
What are the syllables in 'integration'?
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Integration breaks into four syllables: in-te-GRA-tion. When you say it out loud, you'll hear four distinct parts, with the strongest emphasis on the 'GRA' part in the middle.
Which syllable gets the stress in 'integration'?
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The third syllable, 'GRAY,' gets the stress. A common mistake is stressing the first syllable (saying IN-tuh-gray-shun), but the correct way puts the emphasis in the middle of the word.
What does 'integration' mean in plain English?
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Integration means bringing separate things together into one unified whole. In everyday language, it's like combining puzzle pieces or mixing different parts so they work as a single unit instead of staying separate.
Where does the word 'integration' come from?
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Integration comes from the Latin word 'integrare,' which means 'to make whole' or 'to renew.' The root 'integer' means 'whole' or 'complete,' which is also where we get the math term 'integer' (a whole number).
What are some related words that share the same root as 'integration'?
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Words like 'integrate' (the verb form), 'integral' (meaning essential or whole), and 'integrity' (meaning wholeness or honesty) all share the same Latin root. They all relate to the idea of things being complete or unified.
How would you use 'integration' in a simple sentence?
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You might hear: 'The therapist discussed integration as a goal in treatment.' Or: 'Integration involves bringing different parts together.' These sentences show how the word is used in a mental health context without giving medical advice.
What's a common mispronunciation of 'integration'?
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Some people say in-tuh-gray-SHUN (stressing the last syllable) or IN-tuh-gray-shun (stressing the first syllable). The correct way stresses the third syllable: in-teh-GRAY-shun, with a strong emphasis on that 'GRAY' sound.