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?

<p>sounds from each other (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a segment?

<p>/p/ in 'pat' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>it is unnecessary (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>a necessary sound (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>something that is unnecessary (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>it is not necessary (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>it can be removed without affecting the meaning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the alveolar ridge?

<p>To hold the upper teeth in place (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Behind the upper teeth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a characteristic of the alveolar ridge?

<p>It is located on the roof of the mouth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What structure is the alveolar ridge a part of?

<p>The gums (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The alveolar ridge is located behind the upper front teeth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>/ɪ/ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>/u/ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>/e/ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To distinguish between different sounds and their roles in language structure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>It is a sound that can be removed without affecting the overall meaning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Segments help to distinguish between different words and their meanings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of segments in language structure?

<p>They are the basic units of sound that form words and phrases (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>It helps to reduce the complexity of language analysis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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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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