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Meaning of retroflex | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
/ˈɹɛt.ɹəʊ.flɛks/

Definitions

  1. A consonant pronounced with the underside of the tongue approaching or touching the palate.
  2. A consonant pronounced with the tip of the tongue approaching or touching the back of the alveolar ridge.
  3. A consonant pronounced with the blade of the tongue approaching or touching the back of the alveolar ridge.
  4. Any of the aforementioned consonants.

Equivalents

CEFR level

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

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