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Ejective

Noun CEFR B2
iˈd͡ʒɛktɪv

Definitions

A nonpulmonic consonant formed by squeezing air trapped between the glottis and an articulator further forward, and releasing it suddenly.

Equivalents

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العربيةطردي
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CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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