Meaning of Macron | Babel Free
ˈmækɹɒnDefinitions
Equivalents
Examples
“We say⟳ such words belong⟳ to a Long family, because of the long macron hat the vowels wear⟳. Like⟳ the other twin o's, one hat is enough for both, for these twins are always found together.”
“A macron is a mark⟳ placed above a long vowel to mark⟳ its quantity.”
“All vowels are pronounced short unless marked with a ¯ (macron) over them. So observe⟳ different vowel length of ‘i ’ in, e.g., fīlia, etc. It may be helpful, but is not essential, to mark⟳ macra in your exercises.”
“Uncertain how to address a French preoccupation with security and immigration, and facing a generational fracture over identity politics, the left’s disarray has allowed Mr. Macron to tilt rightward for votes.”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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