r-expression

Questions

What does r-expression mean?

A referential expression, such as "John" or "the dog": one that, unlike pronouns and anaphora, independently refers to, i.e., picks out, an entity in the world.

How to pronounce r-expression

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