Paragoge

ENZH

What Does Paragoge Mean?

  • 附加音
  • 附音
  • 增音

Paragoge Pronunciation

/ˈpær.əˌɡoʊ.dʒi/

Paragoge Definition

noun

Definition

The addition of a phoneme or syllable at the end of a word.

In ZH

在一个单词末尾添加一个音素或音节的现象。

How to Use Paragoge in a Sentence

  • The word 'idea' can undergo paragoge in some dialects.
  • Paragoge is often used in poetry to create rhythm.
  • In some languages, paragoge is a common phenomenon.
  • The use of paragoge can change the pronunciation of a word.
  • Paragoge adds a stylistic element to spoken language.

Cultural Notes

Paragoge is often seen in poetic and dialectal forms of language.