Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accent
noun
/ˈak.sɛnt/
Definition
A distinctive way of pronouncing a language, typically associated with a particular region or social group.
Examples
- She spoke with a heavy French accent.
- His southern accent was unmistakable during the conversation.
- The teacher asked him to speak more clearly, as his accent was difficult for the students to understand.
Meaning
The way in which words are pronounced, which can reflect the speaker’s origin or social background.
Synonyms
- dialect
- intonation
- pronunciation
- emphasis
