Nasalization
noun
The process or result of pronouncing a sound through the nose as well as the mouth.
In some languages like French and Portuguese, nasalization is an important aspect of pronunciation.
Often appears as...
- vowel nasalization
- nasalization phenomena
Usage tips
Technical
noun
The process or result of pronouncing a sound through the nose as well as the mouth.
In some languages like French and Portuguese, nasalization is an important aspect of pronunciation.
Often appears as...
- vowel nasalization
- nasalization phenomena
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Pronunciation Clue
Nasalization affects how vowels sound; it's not just the usual 'nose block' sensation.
Notice the nasalization in the French word 'bon' compared to its English equivalent.
Pro Tip 2/3Diverse Usage
Different languages have unique nasalization patterns, which can change a word's meaning.
Mastering nasalization can mean the difference between 'ano' (year) and 'ânus' (anus) in Portuguese.
Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Distinctions
Sometimes, nasalization is slight and may only be recognized by native speakers.
The nasalization in the English word 'sing' might be easily missed by learners.
Pro Tip 1/3Pronunciation Clue
Nasalization affects how vowels sound; it's not just the usual 'nose block' sensation.
Notice the nasalization in the French word 'bon' compared to its English equivalent.
Pro Tip 2/3Diverse Usage
Different languages have unique nasalization patterns, which can change a word's meaning.
Mastering nasalization can mean the difference between 'ano' (year) and 'ânus' (anus) in Portuguese.
Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Distinctions
Sometimes, nasalization is slight and may only be recognized by native speakers.
The nasalization in the English word 'sing' might be easily missed by learners.
Pro Tip 1/3Pronunciation Clue
Nasalization affects how vowels sound; it's not just the usual 'nose block' sensation.
Notice the nasalization in the French word 'bon' compared to its English equivalent.
Pro Tip 2/3Diverse Usage
Different languages have unique nasalization patterns, which can change a word's meaning.
Mastering nasalization can mean the difference between 'ano' (year) and 'ânus' (anus) in Portuguese.
Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Distinctions
Sometimes, nasalization is slight and may only be recognized by native speakers.
The nasalization in the English word 'sing' might be easily missed by learners.
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