Remember diaeresis marks a vowel to be pronounced separately, avoiding blending sounds.

Distinct Pronunciation

Don't confuse diaeresis with accents; it doesn't change the vowel sound but separates syllables.

Not an Accent

Diaeresis is infrequently used in English; modern text often omits it.

Rare in English

In poetry, diaeresis indicates a pause that separates metrical feet, organizing the rhythm.

Separates Metrical Feet

Poets use diaeresis to emphasize the rhythm and flow between lines or stanzas.

Emphasizes Rhythm

A diaeresis guides readers on how to read aloud, enhancing the poetic experience.

Enhances Reading

In medical terms, diaeresis refers to breaking down substances, not related to language or poetry.

Medical Usage

Diaeresis in medicine primarily mentions the digestion process, often regarding fats.

Specific to Digestion

Diaeresis in the medical context is a technical term and not commonly used outside professional circles.

Technical Term

 We work at the level of the sentence, maybe the paragraph, the words, the punctuation. Our business is in the details. We put the diaeresis, the double dot, over the "i" in "naïve."