Which pair of words shows the ekavian and ijekavian pronunciation of the same word?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Mleko and mlijeko
- Step 1: The reflex of the old vowel yat differs between varieties. Step 2. Standard Serbian in Serbia is mostly ekavian, and ijekavian is used in other regions. Answer: mleko and mlijeko. Why not the others: the other pairs show different words.
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