Phonetics

Decoding Dolphin Dialects

We know dolphins communicate with a complex symphony of clicks and whistles, but could they have regional accents, just like…

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Linguistic Passing: The Adopted Accent

Linguistic passing is the conscious act of adopting a new accent, not just to blend in, but to gain social…

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Apraxia: The Brain’s Broken Speech Plan

Apraxia of speech is a mysterious neurological condition where the brain knows the perfect word but can't send the right…

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The Tongue’s Blind Spots: Unmakeable Sounds

Your mouth is a remarkable instrument, capable of producing an astonishing range of sounds. But like any instrument, it has…

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Spot the Bot: 10 Cues of Deepfake Audio

As AI voice cloning masters the art of imitation, telling human from machine is becoming a crucial skill. This guide…

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Speaking Under Pressure: Deep-Sea Linguistics

The famous "Donald Duck voice" of deep-sea divers isn't just a funny quirk; it's a dangerous communication barrier caused by…

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The Punchline’s Prosody: How Comedians Talk Funny

Ever wonder why a joke falls flat when you retell it? The secret often lies in prosody—the music of speech.…

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Why Does ‘Mom’ Sound the Same Everywhere?

From Mandarin's 'māma' to Swahili's 'mama', the word for 'mother' is strikingly similar everywhere, but it's not a linguistic coincidence.…

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Speaking Without a Tongue: A Linguistic Miracle

What happens when the tongue, our primary tool for speech, is lost? This article explores the linguistic miracle of glossectomy…

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The Voiceprint: Forensic Speaker Identification

Your voice is as unique as your fingerprint, but how can it be used to solve a crime? This article…

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