"fronting" 怎么发音

word

US

ˈfɹəntɪŋ

FRUN-ting

UK

fɹˈʌntɪŋ

frUN-ting

释义

In linguistics, 'fronting' means moving a word or phrase to the beginning of a sentence for emphasis or style. It can also refer to producing a sound closer to the front of the mouth.

IPA 音标

美式英语

ˈfɹəntɪŋ

英式英语

fɹˈʌntɪŋ

简化发音

美式

FRUN-ting

英式

frUN-ting

语境中听

Fronting is a common technique in English grammar.

In the sentence 'Never have I seen such a thing,' fronting is used.

Fronting can make your sentences more dramatic.

When it comes to pizza, fronting something like 'Only on Fridays do I eat pizza' really adds emphasis.