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What is the definition of the term 'aspirate' as a verb?
What is the definition of the term 'aspirate' as a verb?
- To pronounce with a burst of air (correct)
- To pronounce with emphasis
- To articulate clearly
- To speak loudly
What part of speech is 'adverb'?
What part of speech is 'adverb'?
- Adverb (correct)
- Adjective
- Noun
- Verb
What is the definition of the term 'predicate' as a verb?
What is the definition of the term 'predicate' as a verb?
- Toassert or declare (correct)
- To deduce or conclude
- To summarise or outline
- To infer or imply
What is the function of a 'subject' in a sentence?
What is the function of a 'subject' in a sentence?
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What is a 'tongue' in linguistic terms?
What is a 'tongue' in linguistic terms?
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Study Notes
Aspiration
- To aspirate means to pronounce a sound with a puff of air.
- Example: The word "pin" is aspirated, while "spin" is not, giving it a slightly different pronunciation.
Adverb
- An adverb is a part of speech that modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.
- It tells us how, when, where, or to what extent something happens.
Predicate
- A predicate is a part of a sentence that contains the verb and tells us something about the subject.
- It explains what the subject does, is, or has.
Subject
- The subject of a sentence is the noun or pronoun that performs the action of the verb.
- It is usually the person, place or thing that the sentence is about.
Tongue
- A tongue, in linguistic terms, refers to the organ in the mouth used for speech.
- It plays a crucial role in shaping sounds and articulating words.
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