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SHWA

(noun)
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Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Shwa.

Shwa - as a noun

A neutral middle vowel; occurs in unstressed syllables

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
schwa
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
vowelvowel sound
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The schwa (/ʃwɑː/, rarely /ʃwɔː/ or /ʃvɑː/; also spelled shwa) is a mid-central vowel sound (rounded or unrounded) in the middle of the vowel chart, denoted by the IPA symbol ə, or another vowel sound close to that position."
"The pronunciation of the word 'shwa' itself varies depending on dialect and accent, with some pronouncing it as 'sh-wa' and others as 'sh-vah'."
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Word Game Points

Is SHWA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shwa is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHWA has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is SHWA a valid Words With Friends word?
No, shwa is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
SHWA is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is SHWA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shwa is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHWA has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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