Meaning of the word inflection in English
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inflection
US /ɪnˈflek.ʃən/
UK /ɪnˈflek.ʃən/
Noun
1.
a change in the form of a word (typically the ending) to express a grammatical function or attribute such as tense, mood, person, number, case, or gender.
Example:
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The word 'run' has different inflections like 'runs', 'ran', and 'running'.
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Understanding verb inflection is crucial for learning a new language.
2.
a change in the pitch or tone of a person's voice.
Example:
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Her voice had a rising inflection at the end of the question.
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He spoke with a strange inflection that made me curious.
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