Velar
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈviːlə/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Velar is an adjective meaning (phonetics) Articulated at the velum or soft palate.
Meaning
(phonetics) Articulated at the velum or soft palate.
More Meanings
- (mycology) Referring to a veil or velum.
- (phonetics) A sound articulated at the soft palate.
Word Forms
- velars
Synonyms for velar
Depending on context, synonyms include hard.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hard, palatalization, plosive, approximant, fricative, voiceless.
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