Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
normally-aspirated
Adjective
/ˈnɔr.mə.lirˈæspəˌreɪtɪd/
Definition
A phonetic term that refers to a type of voiceless plosive sound that is produced with a strong burst of breath.
Examples
- In the English language, the ‘p’ in ‘pat’ is normally-aspirated, which means it is pronounced with a stronger breath than in ‘spat’.
- The normally-aspirated sounds can be observed in many languages, but their production may vary based on regional accents.
Meaning
Normally-aspirated sounds occur when the release of air is accompanied by a noticeable puff of breath, distinguishing them from unaspirated sounds.
Synonyms
- Voiceless aspirated
