Palatalization
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌpælətəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Palatalization is a noun meaning (phonology, countable) An instance of pronunciation in which a sound is palatalized.
Meaning
(phonology, countable) An instance of pronunciation in which a sound is palatalized.
More Meanings
- (phonology, uncountable) The state or quality of being palatalized, of pronouncing a sound with the tongue against the palate of the mouth that normally is not.
Example Sentences
The word "nature" is commonly pronounced with a palatalization of the letter t to sound like ch.
Word Forms
- palatalizations
- palatalisation
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include velar, palatalisation, palatality, palatization, palatalism, palatal.
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