how to pronounce triphthong
/ˈtɹɪf.θɒŋ/
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triphthong is pronounced in two syllables
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meanings of triphthong
noun:
- A monosyllabic vowel combination usually involving a quick but smooth movement from one vowel to another that passes over a third one.
triphthong frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR
the word triphthong occurs in english on average 0 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.
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