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单词 lenis
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Definition of lenis in English:

lenis

adjective ˈleɪnɪsˈlɛnɪsˈliːnɪsˈlā-
Phonetics
  • (of a consonant, especially a voiced consonant) weakly articulated, especially denoting the less or least strongly articulated of two or more similar consonants.

    The opposite of fortis

Origin

Early 20th century: from Latin, literally 'mild, gentle'.

 
 

Definition of lenis in US English:

lenis

adjectiveˈlā-
Phonetics
  • (of a consonant, especially a voiced consonant) weakly articulated, especially denoting the less or least strongly articulated of two or more similar consonants.

    The opposite of fortis

Origin

Early 20th century: from Latin, literally ‘mild, gentle’.

 
 
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