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Articulatory phonetics is the branch of phonetics that deals with the scientific physical properties of speech sounds such as frequency and amplitude
Articulatory phonetics is the branch of phonetics that deals with the scientific physical properties of speech sounds such as frequency and amplitude
False
Auditory phonetics involves the study of the organs of speech and the nature of the sounds they produce
Auditory phonetics involves the study of the organs of speech and the nature of the sounds they produce
False
Phonology is the study of the abstract cognitive side of speech sounds
Phonology is the study of the abstract cognitive side of speech sounds
True
Acoustic phonetics deals with the production of speech sounds by the use of speech organs
Acoustic phonetics deals with the production of speech sounds by the use of speech organs
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Phonetics covers the study of the reception (auditory) of the sounds of English
Phonetics covers the study of the reception (auditory) of the sounds of English
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Articulatory phonetics involves the study of the organs of speech and the nature of the sounds they produce
Articulatory phonetics involves the study of the organs of speech and the nature of the sounds they produce
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Phonetics covers the study of the production, reception, and transmission of the sounds of English
Phonetics covers the study of the production, reception, and transmission of the sounds of English
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Phonology is the branch of linguistics that deals with speech sounds and their production, classification, description, and representation by written symbols
Phonology is the branch of linguistics that deals with speech sounds and their production, classification, description, and representation by written symbols
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Auditory phonetics is also considered a branch of human physiology
Auditory phonetics is also considered a branch of human physiology
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Acoustic phonetics deals with the propagation and transmission of speech sounds
Acoustic phonetics deals with the propagation and transmission of speech sounds
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Study Notes
Phonetic Branches
- Articulatory Phonetics: Focuses on the physical properties of speech sounds, including frequency and amplitude; it examines how speech sounds are produced using the organs of speech.
- Auditory Phonetics: Studies the auditory organs and how they perceive sound; it is also considered a component of human physiology.
- Acoustic Phonetics: Investigates the physical properties and transmission of speech sounds; emphasizes sound waves and their propagation.
- Phonology: Examines the cognitive aspects of speech sounds; concerns the classification, description, and representation of sounds through written symbols.
Scope of Phonetics
- Phonetics encompasses the study of the production, reception, and transmission of speech sounds, especially in the context of the English language.
- It integrates various aspects, including how speech is articulated, perceived, and the acoustic features that define it.
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Test your knowledge of the basic concepts of English phonetics with this quiz. Explore the production, reception, and transmission of English sounds and their representation by written symbols.
