Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Diaereses.
Diaereses - as a noun
A diacritical mark (two dots) placed over a vowel to indicate that it does not form a diphthong with an adjacent vowel
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dieresis9Example Sentences
"In English, diaereses are often used in borrowed words from languages such as French or German."
"Some people use diaereses to indicate the pronunciation of certain vowels in English words."
"In poetry, diaereses can be used to control the meter and rhythm of a line."
"Languages such as Dutch and Swedish use diaereses to change the pronunciation of certain vowels."
"Some older books may still use diaereses in words like "coöperate" or "reëlect"."
Word Game Points
Is DIAERESES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, diaereses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DIAERESES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is DIAERESES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, diaereses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDIAERESES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is DIAERESES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, diaereses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDIAERESES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
