vowelhood
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Example:In contrast to vowel sounds, consonant sounds are typically characterized by a closure or stricture in the vocal tract.
Definition:A speech sound that is produced by constricting or stopping the airflow at some point along the vocal tract, typically involving a change in pitch or a sudden release of the constriction.
From consonant
Example:The 's' in 'think' is a voiceless consonant sound.
Definition:A type of consonant sound in which no air passes through the vocal cords, producing a dry, plosive or fricative quality.
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