Cool MateMeaning of Accent
In simple words: The way someone pronounces words.
Accent in a sentence
- Her accent makes it clear that she comes from the south.
- He has a strong French accent that gives away his nationality.
- The musician added an accent to the melody to make it more interesting.
- In poetry, an accent can change the rhythm of the lines.
- She spoke with an accent that I couldn't quite place.
- The teacher taught us how to put the correct accent on the last syllable.
- His accent is a mix of British and American influences.
- The director wanted to accent the main themes in her film.
How to use Accent
Use 'accent' to describe someone's pronunciation. It is neutral in tone but can be formal in linguistic studies. Avoid using it to stereotype or make fun of someone's speech.
Grammar pattern
accent + noun (e.g., 'British accent')
Memory hint
Think of 'accent' as 'a-scent' — the smell of someone's speech, unique to them.
Related words
Collocations with Accent
Opposites of Accent
- monotone
- uniformity
Common mistakes with Accent
- Confused with 'dialect' — an accent is about pronunciation, whereas a dialect includes vocabulary and grammar.
- Incorrectly using 'accent' as a verb — it's primarily a noun.
- Mixing up 'accent' with 'inflection'; inflection refers to changes in pitch or tone.
Accent appears in
Accent in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
نبرة الصوت، لكنة
الطريقة التي ينطق بها شخص ما الكلمات.
- Bengaliবাংলা
উচ্চারণ
কেউ যেভাবে কথা বলে।
- GermanDeutsch
Akzent
Die Art und Weise, wie jemand Wörter ausspricht.
- SpanishEspañol
Acento
La forma en que alguien pronuncia las palabras.
- Persianفارسی
لهجه، تکیه
نحوه تلفظ کلمات توسط یک فرد.
- FrenchFrançais
Accent
La façon dont quelqu'un prononce les mots.
- Hindiहिन्दी
लहजा, उच्चारण
जिस तरह से कोई व्यक्ति शब्दों का उच्चारण करता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Accento
Il modo in cui qualcuno pronuncia le parole.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Sotaque, Ênfase
O jeito que alguém pronuncia as palavras.
- RussianРусский
Акцент
То, как кто-то произносит слова.
- Urduاردو
لہجہ, تلفظ
جس طرح سے کوئی شخص الفاظ ادا کرتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
口音
某人发音的方式。
More words like Accent
- Stress
- Emphasis
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To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Accent
What does Accent mean?
The way someone pronounces words.
What is the definition of Accent?
a way of pronouncing the words of a language that shows which country, area or social class a person comes from; how well somebody pronounces a particular language
How do you use Accent in a sentence?
Her accent makes it clear that she comes from the south.
Can you give another example of Accent?
He has a strong French accent that gives away his nationality.
What are synonyms for Accent?
Common alternatives include stress, emphasis.
What is the opposite of Accent?
Opposite meanings include monotone, uniformity.
What words go with Accent?
It commonly pairs with broad, heavy, marked, hint, trace, have, speak in, speak with, in an accent, with an accent, without an accent.
What are common mistakes when using Accent?
Confused with 'dialect' — an accent is about pronunciation, whereas a dialect includes vocabulary and grammar. Incorrectly using 'accent' as a verb — it's primarily a noun. Mixing up 'accent' with 'inflection'; inflection refers to changes in pitch or tone.
How do you pronounce Accent?
US: /["/ˈæksent//ˈæksənt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈæksent//ˈæksənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Accent?
Use 'accent' to describe someone's pronunciation. It is neutral in tone but can be formal in linguistic studies. Avoid using it to stereotype or make fun of someone's speech.
What CEFR level is Accent?
"Accent" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.