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.