Meaning of diphthongize in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈdɪfθɔŋˌaɪz/

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1. Verb

   diphthongize

   Definitions

   1. change from a simple vowel to a diphthong

   Examples

   • « This vowel diphthongized in Germanic »

   Derived terms

   • diphthong

Browse dictionary

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