Morphophonemics studies the interaction between morphology and phonology. It examines how changes in word structure affect sound patterns and how…
A morphophonemic rule describes how the pronunciation of a morpheme changes based on its phonological environment, particularly when combined with…
Minimal pairs are word pairs differing by only one phoneme, crucial for distinguishing meaning in speech. They are fundamental tools…
Metrical phonology is a linguistic theory that analyzes the rhythmic structure of speech. It models stress patterns, syllable prominence, and…
A lenis consonant is a speech sound produced with a relatively weak or relaxed articulation. It contrasts with fortis consonants,…
Generative phonology is a theory of phonological structure and sound change. It views phonology as a system of rules that…
Elision is the omission of sounds or letters in spoken or written language, often for ease of pronunciation or rhythmic…
A contoid is a term used in linguistics to describe a speech sound that is produced with the lips and…
Consonant modification refers to changes in the pronunciation of consonants, often influenced by surrounding sounds. This phonetic phenomenon is crucial…
Complementary distribution describes patterns where two linguistic elements never or rarely appear in the same environment, suggesting a functional or…