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Meaning of cantillation | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1
ˌkæntɪˈleɪʃən

Definitions

  1. The intonation of a sentence, especially in Hebrew script, codified by marks which are read as sequences of musical pitches.
    countable, uncountable
  2. Chanting.
    countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Deutsch Kantillation
Français cantillation

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

Cantillo Cantin cantina cantina trailer cantina truck cantina wagon

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