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Sprechsilben

German → American English

American English

Spoken syllables

Silben, wie sie in der gesprochenen Sprache tatsächlich realisiert werden.

In der Lautlehre untersucht man oft die Sprechsilben eines Wortes.

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Sprechsilben" mean in English?

"Sprechsilben" means "spoken syllables" in English.

Is "Sprechsilben" the same as "Silben"?

Not exactly. "Silben" means syllables in general, while "Sprechsilben" refers to syllables as they are pronounced in speech.

How do you use "Sprechsilben" in a sentence?

You can use it in contexts about pronunciation, rhythm, or phonetics, for example when analyzing how a word is spoken.