Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
s-w
Linguistics
/ɛs/ – /dʌbəljuː/
Definition
S-w is a phonetic representation that can denote particular sounds or expressions in linguistic studies.
Examples
- In phonetics, the ‘s-w’ combination can be observed in words like ‘swoop’ where the two sounds merge.
- Different languages may employ the ‘s-w’ sound in unique ways, influencing pronunciation and meaning.
Meaning
The combination of ‘s’ and ‘w’ often represents the blending of two distinct phonemes, creating a unique sound in various languages.
Synonyms
- Phoneme blending
- Sound merging
