EPENTHESIS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Epenthesis.
How to pronounce epenthesis:
US
Epenthesis - as a noun
The insertion of a vowel or consonant into a word to make its pronunciation easier
Example: "The insertion of a vowel in the plural of the word `bush' is epenthesis"
Example Sentences
"In some dialects, epenthesis occurs when a schwa vowel is inserted between certain consonant clusters."
"In the word 'athlete', the 'l' sound is a result of epenthesis."
"Some languages use epenthesis as a way to avoid hiatus, the occurrence of vowel sequences."
"In informal speech, epenthesis may lead to the insertion of sounds like 'uh' or 'um' between words."
"Certain fast speech patterns can cause epenthesis, resulting in slight changes in pronunciation."
Word Game Points
Is EPENTHESIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, epenthesis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EPENTHESIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is EPENTHESIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, epenthesis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEPENTHESIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is EPENTHESIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, epenthesis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEPENTHESIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
