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Which voiced fricative corresponds to the voiceless alveolar fricative /s/?

  • /ð/
  • /z/ (correct)
  • /ʃ/
  • /h/

What type of consonant sound is produced when articulating /ʧ/?

  • Voiced palato-alveolar fricative
  • Voiced velar plosive
  • Voiceless bilabial plosive
  • Voiceless palato-alveolar affricate (correct)

Which of the following pairs represent voiced and voiceless sounds at the same place of articulation?

  • /ʧ/ and /ʤ/ (correct)
  • /k/ and /É¡/
  • /t/ and /d/
  • /p/ and /b/

Which consonant is a voiced nasal sound?

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Which IPA symbol represents a voiceless velar plosive?

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What term is used to describe different variants of a phoneme?

<p>Allophones (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the examples of deal and door, what feature causes the consonant /d/ to have different lip configurations?

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How do vowels behave before voiceless consonants compared to voiced consonants?

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What distribution type occurs when two allophones complement each other?

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Which of the following is an example of allophones in free variation?

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What is one reason why learners may struggle with phonemic contrasts in new languages?

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In the context discussed, what happens to the consonant /d/ when followed by a lip-rounded vowel?

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Why is it important for learners not to lose a phoneme contrast?

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Which statement best describes voiced obstruents in English?

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When are voiced obstruents typically fully voiced?

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What phonetic notation is used to indicate a devoiced consonant?

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In which of the following environments would you expect a voiced obstruent to show less devoicing?

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What happens to voiced obstruents when they follow a voiceless consonant?

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What happens to the distinction between voiced and voiceless obstruents during devoicing?

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Which voiced obstruent is represented as [ʤ]?

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Which of the following is NOT a pair of English voiced and voiceless plosives?

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What phonetic characteristic do both plosives and affricates share?

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What is a common misconception about voiced and voiceless sounds?

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Which of the following examples shows a devoiced consonant?

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In the articulation of /t/ and /d/, where does the tip of the tongue make contact?

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What defines the primary articulation in the affricates /ʧ/ and /ʤ/?

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Which set of sounds maintains only a single pair of voiceless and voiced forms in English?

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What is the effect of the simultaneous secondary articulation in affricates?

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Which part of the tongue is primarily involved in the articulation of back vowels?

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How do affricates differ from their plosive counterparts in terms of sound release?

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What is the function of the alveolar ridge in the oral cavity?

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Which part of the oral cavity is described as being hard and bony?

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When not speaking, how does a healthy person typically hold their mouth?

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What distinguishes consonants from vowels in speech sounds?

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What term is used to describe the area at the very end of the soft palate?

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Which section of the palate is described as soft and fleshy?

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How do the lower teeth and lip move in relation to the upper teeth and lip?

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What is the primary characteristic of lateral escape that affects the pronunciation of /l/?

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How is a sequence of two identical plosives typically realized in speech?

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What happens to the first plosive in a sequence when they have the same articulation place but differ in voicing?

<p>It is unreleased. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is the release of the first plosive inaudible during plosive sequences?

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Which of the following examples represents a lateral escape resulting in syllabic /l/?

<p>simple (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct pronunciation of the word 'grab both' in terms of plosive sequences?

<p>As a long plosive with the first not released. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the correct representation of two different plosives that still follow the rule of inaudibility in release.

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Which of the following pairs of words demonstrates the concept of stop sequences in plosives?

<p>black car (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Allophones in Complementary Distribution

Different variations of the same phoneme, which are predictable based on their phonetic context.

Allophones in Free Variation

Different variations of the same phoneme, where their occurrence is not predictable based on the phonetic context.

Phoneme Inventory

The set of phonemes that are distinctive in a language.

Vowel Length Allophones

Vowel length is affected by the following consonant, where it is shorter before voiceless consonants and longer before voiced consonants.

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Allophones

Phonetic variations of a phoneme caused by surrounding sounds.

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Phoneme

The smallest unit of sound that can distinguish meaning in a language.

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Phonetics

The study of speech sounds and how they are produced, transmitted, and perceived.

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Anticipatory Coarticulation

The process of the articulators preparing for the following vowel by adopting a similar lip shape.

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Plosive

A consonant sound produced by stopping the airflow completely at some point in the mouth and then releasing it quickly.

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Fricative

A consonant sound produced by partially obstructing the airflow, creating friction.

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Affricate

A consonant sound produced by combining a brief stop with a fricative release.

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Approximant

A consonant sound produced by creating a narrow passage for air to flow through, without any friction.

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Nasal

A consonant sound produced by lowering the velum and allowing air to flow through the nasal cavity.

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Alveolar Ridge

The bony ridge located behind the upper front teeth where the tongue rests.

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Soft Palate

The fleshy and movable part at the back of the roof of the mouth, able to move up and down.

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Hard Palate

The bony and hard front part of the roof of the mouth.

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Uvula

The hanging fleshy part at the back of the soft palate.

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Front of the Tongue

The part of the tongue that lies under the hard palate.

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Back of the Tongue

The part of the tongue that lies under the soft palate.

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Root of the Tongue

The part of the tongue in the pharynx, responsible for producing some sounds.

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Consonant

A speech sound that's made by obstructing the flow of air through the vocal tract.

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Bilabial Plosives

A complete closure is formed by the lips, stopping the airflow. This results in the sounds /p/ and /b/.

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Alveolar Plosives

A complete closure is formed by the tongue tip against the alveolar ridge, and the sides of the tongue against the teeth. This creates the sounds /t/ and /d/.

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Velar Plosives

A complete closure is formed by the back of the tongue against the soft palate, and the sides of the tongue against the back teeth. Sounds produced are /k/ and /É¡/.

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Palato-alveolar Affricates

The tip and blade of the tongue form a closure against the alveolar ridge, the front of the tongue is raised towards the hard palate, and the sides of the tongue form a seal against the upper side teeth. This creates the sounds /ʧ/ and /ʤ/.

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Affricate Release

During affricate production, the closure is released slowly, resulting in a brief moment of friction.

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Places of Articulation for Plosives

English has three pairs of voiceless and voiced plosives at the bilabial, alveolar, and velar places of articulation.

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Unreleased Plosives

When two identical plosives occur in sequence, the first one is usually unreleased. Instead, the sequence is realized as a single long plosive. This means the air is held longer before being released.

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Unreleased Plosives: Different Voicing

This happens when the plosives have the same place of articulation (where they are produced) but differ in voicing. The first plosive is often unreleased.

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Plosives at Different Places

When plosives occur in sequence at different places of articulation, the release of the first plosive is inaudible. This is because a closure for the second plosive is made before the first one is released.

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Plosive Consonant

A consonant made by stopping the airflow completely and then releasing it quickly. Examples include /p/, /t/, /k/, /b/, /d/, and /É¡/.

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Affricate Consonant

A combination of a brief stop and a fricative release, creating a distinctive sound. Examples include /ʧ/ (as in 'church') and /ʤ/ (as in 'judge').

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Lateral Escape

Lateral escape refers to the release of air through the sides of the mouth when producing certain sounds. It's a common feature of the /l/ sound and its allophones.

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Syllabic /l/

Syllabic /l/ refers to the /l/ sound acting as the nucleus (the core part) of a syllable. This often happens after a plosive and makes the /l/ sound longer or more prominent.

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Fricative Consonant

This sound is made by partially obstructing the airflow, creating friction. Examples include /f/, /v/, /θ/, /ð/, /s/, /z/, /ʃ/, /ʒ/, and /h/.

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Voicing in English Obstruents

A voiced obstruent in English is a sound made with vibrating vocal cords but can vary in voicing depending on its surrounding sounds. For example, the /b/ in "book" is completely unvoiced because it's preceded by a pause, but the /b/ in "rabbit" is fully voiced because it's between two voiced sounds.

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Devoicing of Voiced Obstruents

This refers to the phenomenon where voiced obstruents (like /b/, /d/, /g/) become partially or fully devoiced when they are next to a voiceless sound or pause. For instance, the /b/ in "book" is devoiced due to the preceding pause.

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Devoicing Position

The degree of devoicing is greater when a voiced obstruent is directly before a voiceless sound or pause compared to when it's after a voiceless sound or pause. For example, the /z/ in "six zones" is more devoiced than the /z/ in "buzz".

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Notation for Devoiced Consonants

A subscript circle under a consonant symbol (e.g., [b̥]) indicates a devoiced consonant. However, when dealing with descending symbols, a superscript circle is used (e.g., [ɡ̊]). This helps visually represent the difference in voicing.

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Coarticulation

The process of creating, changing, and stopping a speech sound involves movement of the articulators. This anticipation of the next sound can affect the current sound's pronunciation. For example, the lips might purse to anticipate the following round vowel /u/.

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Force of Articulation

The degree to which the vocal cords vibrate to produce a sound. It's not always about loudness; it's whether the vocal cords are engaged. Voiced obstruents like /b/, /d/, /g/ have varying degrees of vibration.

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Study Notes

Introduction to American English Phonetics and Pronunciation Practice

  • The book is a comprehensive guide to American English phonetics and pronunciation, useful for both students and teachers.
  • It covers basic articulatory phonetics and teaches the pronunciation of modern standard American English.
  • The material includes up-to-date descriptions, numerous examples, and practice mate- rials.
  • The book is accompanied by an extensive collection of practice recordings available on a companion website.

Book Content Overview

  • The book provides a detailed description of modern American English pronunciation.
  • It demonstrates the use of each English phoneme through high-frequency words, sen- tences, and dialogues.
  • Included are illustrative pronunciation diagrams and complete audio recordings of prac- tice material in the book.
  • The content is accessible to beginners and useful for both classroom and individual stu- dy.
  • The book highlights commonly confused sounds to ensure accurate pronunciation.

Author Background

  • The authors, Paul Carley and Inger M. Mees, are experienced academics.
  • Paul Carley is a lecturer in English at Fakeeh College and holds positions in several uni- versities. He is also a regular lecturer in English Phonetics at UCL Summer Courses.
  • Inger M. Mees is an associate professor at Copenhagen Business School. She has expe- rience in lectureships at Leiden and Copenhagen Universities and is an academic staff mem- ber of the UCL Summer Course in English Phonetics.

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