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Meaning of overlong vowel | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

In languages that distinguish vowel length, a vowel which is normally pronounced longer than a long vowel generally at least twice as long as a short vowel. Often consists of two syllables or moras.

CEFR level

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

Overlook Overlooked overlooker Overlooking Overlooks overloop

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