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intervocalic

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Intervocalic (adj) means (of a sound) Found between two vowels in a word.

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(of a sound) Found between two vowels in a word.

"For the ending -au, we need to assume the loss of an original intervocalic consonant, as Lat. -au- regularly yields -a- in Sardinian." — Cid Swanenvleugel, The Pre-Roman Elements of the Sardinian Lexicon (2025)

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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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"intervocalic" (adj) means (of a sound) Found between two vowels in a word.