Phonetics: Sounds and IPA
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What defines a voiced sound?

  • The sound is produced without air.
  • Air bypasses the larynx.
  • The vocal cords vibrate. (correct)
  • The vocal cords are relaxed.

    • The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) can represent multiple sounds with a single symbol.

    False

    What is an example of a nasal sound?

    [m]

    A bilabial sound is produced when both ______ come together.

    <p>lips</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a place of articulation for consonants?

    <p>Vowels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the consonant sound to its description:

    <p>[p] = Voiceless bilabial [z] = Voiced alveolar [f] = Voiceless labiodental [m] = Nasal bilabial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Consonants are produced by enhancing airflow rather than obstructing it.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of active articulators in sound production?

    <p>They move to touch passive articulators to shape the airflow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following articulators is involved in producing velar sounds?

    <p>Back of the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fricatives are produced with a complete closure of airflow.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define diphthongs.

    <p>A combination of two vowel sounds where the tongue moves from one vowel position to another within the same syllable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The sound [ʧ] as in 'ch' is an example of an _____.

    <p>affricate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the manner of articulation with their descriptions:

    <p>Stops = Complete closure of airflow Fricatives = Narrow constriction causing turbulence Nasals = Air flows through the nose Approximants = Liquid or glide with airflow escaping through sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a parameter for describing vowels?

    <p>Sound frequency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vowels are produced with a relatively free flow of air through the vocal tract.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between voiced and voiceless sounds?

    <p>Voiced sounds have vocal fold vibration, while voiceless sounds do not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when air flow is passed through a narrow gap, creating turbulence?

    <p>Fricative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Phonemes are classes of speech sounds that do not change the meaning of words when substituted.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are phonotactic constraints?

    <p>Rules regarding the permissible combinations and placements of sounds in a language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Words that do not take a plural 's' generally end with a __________ or sibilant sound.

    <p>fricative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following phonological terms with their definitions:

    <p>Phoneme = A class of speech sounds that can change word meaning Fricative = A sound produced by air flowing through a narrow gap Phonotactic Constraints = Rules on sound placement in words Phonological Alternations = Changes in sound pronunciation based on context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sound sequence cannot occur at the beginning of words in English?

    <p>/ŋ/</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Phonological alternations refer to the constant pronunciation of sounds regardless of context.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Give an example of words that illustrate the concept of phonemes.

    <p>pat and bat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In complementary distribution, what does it indicate about the sounds involved?

    <p>They are allophones of the same phoneme.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Korean, /p/ and /ph/ are considered allophones of the same phoneme.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an isogloss?

    <p>A line that marks the distinction between the use of one language item to another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A __________ is an official language developed from a pidgin, having completely developed grammar and vocabulary.

    <p>creole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following phonetic terms with their definitions:

    <p>Nasalization = The process of making a sound nasal by allowing air to flow through the nose Elision = The omission of one or more sounds in a word Aspiration = The pronunciation of a consonant with a burst of air Voicing assimilation = A process where consonants become voiced or voiceless depending on surrounding sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the difference between pidgin and creole languages?

    <p>Pidgin has limited grammar and vocabulary, while creole is fully developed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mandarin and Cantonese are mutually intelligible in spoken form.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term phonotactic constraints refer to?

    <p>Rules that govern the allowable combinations of sounds in a particular language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason native speakers do not consider Papago and Pima as distinct languages?

    <p>Political and social distinctions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All non-standard varieties of language are universally considered inferior to standard varieties.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What example illustrates the use of multiple negatives in Non-standard British English?

    <p>She didn't say nothing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process by which a pidgin develops into a more complex language is known as __________.

    <p>creolization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does prestige play in language varieties?

    <p>It shapes perceptions of which varieties are seen as standard or non-standard.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>High-prestige variety = Considered standard Low-prestige variety = Considered non-standard Slang = Exclusive language use within a group Non-standard varieties = May carry a stigmatized status but can strengthen group identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Using a non-standard variety of language can help express solidarity and shape group identity.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What grammatical structure is commonly used in the standard English variety involving reflexive pronouns?

    <p>Possessive noun or object pronoun + self/selves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Sounds Production

    • Sounds are produced by air expelled from the lungs and shaped by the vocal tract.

    • Consonants are produced by constricting or obstructing the vocal tract at specific points, altering the air flow.

    • Vowels are produced with a relatively free flow of air through the vocal tract.

    The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)

    • The IPA resolves inconsistencies in spelling systems by providing a one-to-one correspondence between a sound and a symbol.

    • Each symbol represents exactly one sound, and each sound is represented by only one symbol.

    Consonant Parameters

    • Voicing: Refers to the vibration of the vocal cords. Voiced sounds vibrate, while voiceless sounds do not.

    • Nasality: Refers to the lowering of the velum, allowing air to flow through the nasal cavity.

    • Place of Articulation: The location where the constriction occurs in the vocal tract, such as bilabials, labiodentals, dentals, alveolars, post-alveolars, palatals, velars, and glottals.

    • Manner of Articulation: How the airflow is controlled and modified, including stops, fricatives, affricates, nasals, approximants (liquids and glides).

    Vowel Parameters

    • Tongue Height: How high or low the tongue is in the mouth (high, mid, low).

    • Tongue Advancement: How far forward or back the tongue is (front, central, back).

    • Tenseness: Whether the vowel is tense or lax (more or less muscular tension).

    • Lip Rounding: Whether the lips are rounded or unrounded during the sound.

    Diphthongs

    • A combination of two vowel sounds, where the tongue moves from one vowel position to another within the same syllable.

    Phonology

    • Languages organize sounds into meaningful units called phonemes.

    • Phonemes are classes of speech sounds that, when substituted, can change the meaning of a word.

    • Phonotactic constraints are the rules that govern which sounds can be placed together and where in a word they can occur.

    Phonological Alternations

    • Sounds can undergo changes in pronunciation depending on the context or environment in which they appear.

    Complementary Distribution

    • Sounds that are found in different environments and never occur in the same phonetic context.

    • Allophones of the same phoneme, with the specific sound being influenced by the surrounding sounds.

    Contrastive Distribution

    • Sounds that can occur in the same environment and can distinguish between words.

    • They are considered distinct phonemes.

    Variation

    • Isogloss: A line on a map that separates regions where different language features are used.

    • Dialect Boundary: A line formed by multiple isoglosses, indicating a broader distinction in linguistic features.

    • Pidgin: A simplified language used for communication between groups who do not share a common language.

    • Creole: A language developed from a pidgin, with its own developed grammar and vocabulary, and native speakers.

    Language and Identity

    • Non-standard varieties, although stigmatized, can express pride in heritage and create a sense of group identity.

    • Slangs are used to reinforce group identity and exclude outsiders.

    • Prestige can shape how language is viewed in society, with high-prestige varieties considered standard and low-prestige ones considered non-standard.

    Creolization

    • The process by which a pidgin becomes a creole - evolving from a simplified language to a fully developed language with its own grammar, vocabulary, and native speakers.

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    Explore the fascinating world of sounds production and the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). This quiz covers the basics of how consonants and vowels are articulated, as well as important parameters like voicing and nasality. Test your knowledge and understanding of these essential phonetic concepts.

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