Suprasegmental

Pronunciation: /ˈsupɹəˈsɛɡməntˈæɫ/

Suprasegmental (adjective)

  1. Relating to features in speech like stress, tone, or intonation that go beyond individual sounds.

Examples

  • The suprasegmental features of the language include intonation and stress.
  • Understanding suprasegmental elements can improve pronunciation skills.

Common collocations: suprasegmental features, suprasegmental elements, analyze suprasegmental