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Vocabulary Entry
suprasegmental
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Referring to features of speech that are not confined to individual phonetic segments but affect larger units, such as syllables or phrases.
Example Sentences
"Suprasegmental features like intonation can change the meaning of a sentence."
"In her analysis, she focused on suprasegmental aspects of pronunciation."
"The suprasegmental nature of stress is crucial in understanding spoken language."
N
noun
A feature of speech that goes beyond individual sounds, including elements such as tone, stress, and intonation.
Example Sentences
"Linguists often study suprasegmentals to better understand the rhythm of languages."
"The suprasegmental of a word can indicate whether it is a question or a statement."
"In poetry, suprasegmentals play a significant role in creating rhythm and emotion."