Correct option is A
The correct transcription of 'adjust' is /əˈdʒʌst/. The first syllable contains the schwa sound /ə/, followed by a voiced postalveolar affricate /dʒ/ in the second syllable, which carries the primary stress. The /ʌ/ vowel sound appears in the second syllable.
Information Booster:
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Phonetic components: /ə/ is a schwa, /dʒ/ is a voiced postalveolar affricate, and /ʌ/ is an open-mid back unrounded vowel.
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Stress pattern: Primary stress is on the second syllable.
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Meaning: Refers to making a change to adapt or align with new conditions.
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Common errors: Misplacing stress on the first syllable.
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Usage context: Commonly used in both formal and informal speech.