Schwa
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Definition
Schwa is a vowel often described as a mid central unrounded vowel of brief duration.
Phonetic symbol (SAMPA) is [@]. IPA symbol is [ə]
Example
The final vowel in koper 'copper'.
Links
References
- Halle, M. & G. Clements 1983. Problem Book in Phonology, Cambridge, MA: MIT Press.
Other languages
German Schwa
