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Metacognition
met-ah-kog-NIH-shun
/ˌmɛtəkɒɡˈnɪʃən/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Metacognition
Dictionary meaning
Awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes.
Examples
- Metacognition helps students learn how to learn more effectively.
Pronunciation tips
Five syllables. Stress on fourth syllable.
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