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  2. /cent
  3. /accent

accent

UK/'æksәnt/US
B1

Definitions

n.

A distinctive way of pronouncing a language; stress placed on a syllable; a mark indicating stress or pronunciation.

口音,腔调;重音;重音符号

v.

To emphasize or stress a word or syllable; to mark with a written accent.

重读,强调;加重音符号

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
acto, toward
+
centhundred
=accent
Root cent still carries 7 more words

Common Collocations

  • 1.strong accent强口音
  • 2.accent mark重音符号

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    He spoke with a strong British accent.

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