Vowels, monophrongs

Question 1

What are vowels (vocoids)?

Answer 1

Speech sounds in the production of which the airstream passes without obstruction from the lungs to the atmosphere

The sound produced depends on the movement of the tongue and the position of lips. The vocal folds are usually vibrating.

Question 2

What factors influence the production of individual vowels?

Answer 2

Factors include:
* Size of the oral cavity
* Shape of the oral cavity
* Position of lips

These factors determine the characteristics of vowels in speech.

Question 3

How does the size of the oral cavity affect vowel production?

Answer 3

It affects whether the oral cavity is open or closed, depending on the distance between the tongue and the hard palate

This affects the quality of the vowel sound produced.

Question 4

What are the types of vowels based on the shape of the oral cavity?

Answer 4

Types include:
* Front vowels
* Central vowels
* Back vowels

This classification is based on the part of the tongue that is raised the highest.

Question 5

What is another characteristic feature of vowels?

Answer 5

The position of lips, which can be rounded, spread, or neutral

This feature contributes to the distinct sound of each vowel.

Question 6

True or False: Vowels are considered tones.

Answer 6

True

Vowels in English are classified as vocalic phonemes.

Question 7

How many vowels exist in English and their classification?

Answer 7

12. 7 - are relatively short and 5 are relatively long

Question 8

what the word “relatively” mean in relation to vowel sounds?

Answer 8

English short vowels are only shorter than English long vowels in similar contexts (when surrounded by the same kind of sounds)