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tone sandhi in Japanese

tone sandhi in Japanese is 声調変化, 変調.

tone sandhi in Japanese

声調変化

noun

(phonology) The change of tone that occurs in some tonal languages when certain tones are pronounced successively.

変調

noun

Pronounced: henchō

(phonology) The change of tone that occurs in some tonal languages when certain tones are pronounced successively.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "tone sandhi" in Japanese?

"tone sandhi" in Japanese is 声調変化, 変調.

Are there other ways to say "tone sandhi" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "tone sandhi": 声調変化, 変調.

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