Topic: stretching out the word Never

I'm trying to figure out the best way to show a word being stretched out by a speaker, as in: Neeever gonna happen. Technically, that changes the e sound to ie, which is not what I intend. Or is my example generally understood to be just a stretched vowel?

Thanks
Dirk

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Re: stretching out the word Never

I think you nailed it by your example, Dirk. The third "e" changed the dynamic from two "e"s (ie) to whatever you want. Add a fourth "e" and you'll stretch it out more.

Bill

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Re: stretching out the word Never

Thanks, Bill.

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Re: stretching out the word Never

Dirk B. wrote:

I'm trying to figure out the best way to show a word being stretched out by a speaker, as in: Neeever gonna happen. Technically, that changes the e sound to ie, which is not what I intend. Or is my example generally understood to be just a stretched vowel?

Thanks
Dirk

Dirk,

I think the best way to show Never being stretched out is not by writing it that way. IMO it would be more effective if you describe it. For example, "Never going to happen," Dirk said, drawing out the word never in a thin, high voice reminiscent of a distant siren.

Just a thought.

dags smile

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Re: stretching out the word Never

Thanks, Dagny. That's a great alternative. I thought of that, but thought it would wind up being boring. However, yours works well.
I'm reworking the chapter now, so I'll make a decision when I get to it.

Dirk

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