Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gutural

adjective
ɡuːˈtʊr.əl
Definition
Relating to or produced in the throat.
Examples
  • The singer’s gutural growl captivated the audience.
  • In some languages, gutural sounds are prominent and play an important role in pronunciation.
  • The film featured a gutural noise that added to the suspense.
Meaning
The term ‘gutural’ describes a sound that originates from the throat, typically characterized by a deep, harsh quality. In linguistic terms, it can refer to certain consonants produced by the constriction of the throat.
Synonyms
  • Throaty
  • Raucous
  • Harsh