Phonetics Fundamentals

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What does the term 'segments' technically refer to in linguistics?

sounds (correct)

phrases

syllables

words

What is the primary function of segments in language?

to convey meaning

to create sentences

to form words

to represent sounds (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a technical unit of segments?

words (correct)

consonants

vowels

phonemes

What do segments help to distinguish in language?

sounds from each other Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a segment?

/p/ in 'pat' Signup and view all the answers

What does 'redundant' imply about a sound in this context?

it is unnecessary Signup and view all the answers

What is the opposite of a 'redundant' sound in this context?

a necessary sound Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'redundant' in this context?

something that is unnecessary Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by saying that a sound is 'redundant'?

it is not necessary Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an implication of a 'redundant' sound?

it can be removed without affecting the meaning Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the alveolar ridge?

To hold the upper teeth in place Signup and view all the answers

Where is the alveolar ridge located in relation to the upper teeth?

Behind the upper teeth Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a characteristic of the alveolar ridge?

It is located on the roof of the mouth Signup and view all the answers

What structure is the alveolar ridge a part of?

The gums Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the alveolar ridge and the upper front teeth?

The alveolar ridge is located behind the upper front teeth Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol for the vowel sound in the word 'but'?

/ʌ/ Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol for the vowel sound in the word 'bit'?

/ɪ/ Signup and view all the answers

Which symbol represents the vowel sound in the word 'lea'?

/u/ Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol for the vowel sound in the word 'treasure'?

/e/ Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol for the vowel sound in the word 'leisure'?

/e/ Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of identifying segments in language analysis?

To distinguish between different sounds and their roles in language structure Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a 'redundant' sound in a language?

It is a sound that can be removed without affecting the overall meaning Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between segments and the meaning of words?

Segments help to distinguish between different words and their meanings Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of segments in language structure?

They are the basic units of sound that form words and phrases Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of identifying redundant sounds in language analysis?

It helps to reduce the complexity of language analysis Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Phonetics Terms

"Segments" technically refer to the traditional units of sounds.

Redundancy in Phonetics

Redundant sound means the sound is unnecessary, referred to as "deletion".

Anatomy of the Mouth

The alveolar ridge is located at part of the gums behind the upper front teeth.

Phonetic Symbols

The symbol for the "ea" sound in the word "leaf" is /eɪ/.

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Test your knowledge of phonetics terms, redundancy, anatomy of the mouth, and phonetic symbols. Learn about segments, deletion, alveolar ridge, and more!