korostus — meaning in English

English meaning

• accent noun A distinctive way of pronouncing a language, typical of a region, country, or social group.
• highlight noun The most memorable or exciting part of an event, experience, or period.

Senses

korostus is used for these senses in English:

• accent (linguistics, sociolinguistics) The distinctive manner of pronouncing a language associated with a particular region, social group, etc., whether of a native speaker or a foreign speaker; the phonetic and phonological aspects of a dialect.
• accent Emphasis laid on a part of an artistic design or composition; an emphasized detail, in particular a detail in sharp contrast to its surroundings.
• highlight (painting, photography) An area or a spot in a drawing, painting, or photograph that is strongly illuminated.

accent — full definition

1. noun A distinctive way of pronouncing a language, typical of a region, country, or social group.
2. noun A mark placed over a letter to show pronunciation or stress.
3. noun A detail that stands out and adds emphasis or contrast, especially in design.
4. verb To emphasize or draw attention to something.

highlight — full definition

1. noun The most memorable or exciting part of an event, experience, or period.
2. noun A bright area in a picture, photo, or painting where light falls most strongly.
3. noun A strand of hair dyed a lighter color than the rest.
4. verb To draw special attention to something.

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