metathesis
(me-tath-e-sis)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. 1 the transposition of letters or syllables or sounds in a word as in the pronunciation; 2 Chemistry double decomposition.
Example Sentence
He had a problem with metathesis of n and m saying emeny instead of enemy.
Synonyms
transposition of letters; transposition of syllables; sound transposition
Antonyms
correct pronunciation
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