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Kiongjiok-huhø (強弱符號 backquote; backtick (`))
MTL usage
All the syllables after the backquote symbol are spoken in a weaker tone (either a low-falling tone or a low short tone) and tone sandhi does not apply to the preceding syllable. Examples:
With backquote | Without |
---|---|
kviaf`sie | kviasie |
khuy`khuy | khuikhuy |
Taan`Siensvy | Tan'Thaethaix, Tan'Siøfciar |