Shwa
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Shwa is a noun meaning Alternative form of schwa.
Meaning
Alternative form of schwa.
Example Sentences
This analysis arises only from the needs of the shwa theory, which does not allow short a to be the reduced grade of long a, and it has nothing else to recommend it.
Word Forms
- shwas
Synonyms for shwa
Depending on context, synonyms include schwa.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include schwa, alef, zulu, ch'ih, akanje, hangul.
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