Continuant (Noun)
Meaning
Consonant articulated by constricting (but not closing) the vocal tract.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The fricative sounds in the word "this" are examples of continuants, as they are produced by constricting the airflow in the vocal tract.
- In the International Phonetic Alphabet, continuants are represented by distinct symbols to differentiate them from other consonants.
- The English language contains several continuants, including the sounds represented by the letters "s", "f", and "v".
- Continuants can be classified into different subcategories based on the location of the constriction in the vocal tract.
- The production of continuants requires precise control over the airflow and the position of the articulatory organs in the vocal tract.