pointing mark

Questions

What does pointing mark mean?

In Anglican chant, a mark in the text which corresponds to a barline in the chant, which indicates the syllables on which the chant changes note; typically a vertical line ( | ) or apostrophe ( ' ).

Where does pointing mark come from?

From pointing (“placement of marks in the text to indicate the syllables on which the chant should progress to the next note”) + mark.

How to pronounce pointing mark

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “pointing mark”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “pointing mark”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “pointing mark” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.