What is another word for Triphthong?
Pronunciation: [tɹˈɪfθɒŋ] (IPA) 
Triphthong is a term used in linguistics to describe a vowel sound that consists of three distinct sounds merging together. Some synonyms for triphthong include compound vowel, complex vowel, or triple vowel. In phonetics, triphthongs can be classified as rising, falling or level based on the direction of the sound changes. Other terms used to define a triphthong include glide vowel or moving vowel. Triphthongs are commonly found in certain languages such as Spanish and Italian where there are specific phonetic rules for their pronunciation. Overall, triphthongs add complexity to language and can be a challenge for non-native speakers to master.
