Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accents
noun
/ˈæk.sɛnts/
Definition
Accents are elements of spoken language that denote regional pronunciation or emphasis on certain syllables.
Examples
- She spoke with a strong Southern accent.
- The accents of the different regions made the linguistic conference interesting.
- His accent revealed that he was not from the area.
Meaning
An accent can reflect a person’s geographical origin, social class, or cultural background through distinctive features of speech.
Synonyms
- dialect
- inflection
- intonation
- pronunciation
