PARAGOGICAL Meaning and
Definition
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Paragogical is an adjective that describes something pertaining to or displaying paragoge, which is a phonological process in language where an additional sound or syllable is added to the end of a word or at the boundary of a word.
In the context of linguistics, paragogical refers to the addition of a sound or syllable to a word, which is not a standard or inherent feature of that word. This can occur due to a natural evolution of the language, regional dialects or accents, or as a deliberate effect for emphasis or poetic purposes.
Paragogical phenomena can be observed in various languages. For instance, in English, we can witness this method in action in the pronunciation of certain words. For example, some individuals may pronounce the word 'idea' as 'idear' or 'drawer' as 'draw-uh', where an extra vowel or syllable is added at the end. Similarly, in Spanish, the paragogical addition of -e can be noted in words like compañe(r)o or mamá(e), where the final 'e' is not typically required.
The paragogical process has been studied by linguists to understand its linguistic role and social implications. It can be both spontaneous or intentionally used for expressive purposes. Whether it is an organic linguistic development or a deliberate alteration, paragogical features can provide insights into the intricate workings of languages and their evolution over time.
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Pert. to the lengthening of a word by the addition of a letter or syllable.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for PARAGOGICAL
- paragolical
- peragogical
- oaragogical
- laragogical
- 0aragogical
- pzragogical
- psragogical
- pwragogical
- pqragogical
- paeagogical
- pafagogical
- patagogical
- pa5agogical
- pa4agogical
- parzgogical
- parsgogical
- parwgogical
- parqgogical
- parafogical
- paravogical
Similar spelling word for PARAGOGICAL
