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Noun antepenult has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebAntepenultDescription:In linguistics, an antepenult refers to the third-to-last syllable in a word. It is often used to analyze stress patterns in different languages. Sample Sentences:1. The antepenult stress pattern in the word "banana" falls on the second syllable. 2. In Spanish, the antepenult is emphasized in words like "rápido" (fast) and "difícil" (difficult). 3. The pronunciation of "elephant" places stress on the antepenult syllable. Possible Related Products:Books on Linguistics Books on Stress Patterns in Language | ||||
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