What does downstep mean?
Downstep means A downward shift of tone between the syllables or words of a tonal language..
Downstep
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
A downward shift of tone between the syllables or words of a tonal language..
Definitions by Sense
- A downward shift of tone between the syllables or words of a tonal language.
- To apply a downward shift of tone between the syllables or words of a tonal language.
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Word Forms
- downsteps
- downstepping
- downstepped
Usage Notes
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