Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coronal-consonant
Linguistics
/ˈkɔː.rə.nəl ˈkɒn.sənənt/
Definition
A coronal consonant is a type of consonant sound produced with the flexible part of the tongue, typically the blade, in contact with or close to the roof of the mouth, specifically in the area behind the upper front teeth.
Examples
- The sounds /t/ and /d/ are both examples of coronal consonants.
- In the word ‘sand’, the /s/ is a coronal consonant.
Meaning
Coronal consonants are generally classified by their place of articulation, where the tongue approaches the hard palate or alveolar ridge, and they include sounds like /t/, /d/, /s/, and /n/.
Synonyms
- Apical consonant
- Alveolar consonant
