Synonyms for diphthong
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A complex vowel sound that begins with the sound of one vowel and ends with the sound of another vowel, in the same syllable.
Related words
- Word family
- diphthongal diphthongic diphthongy
Forms
- Plural
- diphthongs
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| diphthong | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.