Elision

usgb/ɪˈlɪʒn/
noun

The process of not saying or writing a sound or a letter in a word.

In the word 'camera', there's usually an elision of the middle letter 'e'.
Visual representation of "elision" - The process of not saying or writing a sound or a letter in a word.

Often appears as...

  • vowel elision
  • elision in speech
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Common in Speech

Elision often occurs in spoken English to speak more quickly and naturally.

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We'll often say 'goin'' instead of 'going' in conversation.
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Informal Writing

Elision is used in informal writing, like text messages, to mimic spoken language.

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In texts, 'cause' is an elision of 'because'.
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Accent Variation

Different accents and dialects have unique elisions, changing how words are pronounced.

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Cockney English often uses elision, such as 'fink' for 'think'.
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