Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
voicing
Noun
/ˈvɔɪsɪŋ/
Definition
The process of producing sound in speech, particularly the vibration of the vocal cords.
Examples
- In English, the difference between ‘z’ and ‘s’ lies in voicing.
- Voicing is important in languages like German, where the voicing of consonants can change the meaning of a word.
Meaning
In linguistics, voicing refers to whether the vocal cords vibrate during the articulation of a consonant. It is a key feature that distinguishes sounds like ‘b’ (voiced) from ‘p’ (voiceless).
Synonyms
- Vocalization
- Sound production
