dead key

Questions

What does dead key mean?

A special modifier key on a typewriter or computer keyboard, typically used to attach a specific diacritic to another character.

How to pronounce dead key

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “dead key”.
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 “dead key”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “dead key” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.