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accentuation

accentuationnoun
accentuations
pl
Translations
accentuationLinguistique ; accent tonique ou mise en relief prosodique dans la parole et l'écrit.
The accentuation of the final syllable can change the meaning of a word.
L’accentuation de la syllabe finale peut changer le sens d’un mot.
mise en reliefSens général de mise en évidence.
The accentuation of the main points in her speech made it more impactful.
La mise en relief des points principaux de son discours l’a rendu plus percutant.
Additional translations
mise en valeurQuand il s'agit de souligner ou de faire ressortir un élément.
accentuationMusique.
Definitions
The action of emphasizing something.
The accentuation of the main points in her speech made it more impactful.
The application of stress or emphasis in speech or writing.
The accentuation in his voice made the story more engaging.
A feature that is emphasized or highlighted.
The accentuation of the bright colors in the painting drew everyone's attention.
In music, the relative prominence given to a note, chord, or beat.
The drummer’s accentuation of the off-beat gave the song a driving, syncopated feel.
Synonyms
emphasis
stress
highlighting
intensification
prominence
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