Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ditongo
noun
/diˈtõ.ɡu/
Definition
A combination of two vowels in the same syllable, where one is a strong vowel and the other is a weak vowel or another weak vowel.
Examples
- O termo ‘pai’ contém um ditongo.
- Na palavra ‘cai’, o ‘ai’ é um ditongo.
- Ela aprendeu sobre ditongos na aula de português.
Meaning
In phonetics, a ditongo refers to a sequence of two vowel sounds within a single syllable, influencing the pronunciation and rhythm of words.
Synonyms
- dígrafo
- vocalização
- combinacão de vogais