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Diphthong
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diphthong
Ein Laut, der aus einem Gleitvokal mit zwei Vokalkernen bzw. einem Vokalübergang in einer Silbe besteht.
Im Deutschen sind /aɪ̯/, /aʊ̯/ und /ɔʏ̯/ typische Diphthonge.In German, the spelling is usually Diphthong and the word is masculine: der Diphthong. It is a technical linguistic term, so it is mainly used in phonetics and language teaching.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Diphthong” mean in German?
“Diphthong” means a vowel sound that glides from one vowel quality to another within one syllable.
Is “Diphthong” masculine in German?
Yes. The correct article is der Diphthong.
What is the English translation of “Diphthong”?
The English translation is “diphthong”.
What is the difference between a Diphthong and a Monophthong?
A diphthong changes quality during the sound, while a monophthong stays steady.