acoustic phonetics

The Unheard: Our Noise vs Animal Talk

Beyond the familiar chirps and calls, a complex world of animal language is under threat. Our modern world's constant noise…

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The Phonemic Restoration Effect

Ever wonder how you can understand someone through a crackly phone line or a loud cough? The answer lies in…

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The Prosody of a Lie

It’s not just what you say, but how you say it that can betray a lie. The prosody of speech—the…

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The Inward Breath: The World of Implosive Sounds

While most consonants are made by pushing air out, a fascinating category of sounds called implosives does the exact opposite.…

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Spanish vs. Portuguese: The Truth No One Tells You

Spanish and Portuguese may look like twins on the page, but their spoken forms are worlds apart. We uncover the…

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French vs. Spanish: Which is for You?

Choosing between French and Spanish is a classic dilemma for aspiring polyglots. While both are beautiful Romance languages, their pronunciation,…

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Vocal Fry: A Generational Sound Change in Progress

That low, creaky sound known as vocal fry has become a source of intense cultural debate, often dismissed as a…

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The Phonetics of a Whisper: An Acoustic Anomaly

Whispering is more than just quiet talking; it's a unique acoustic phenomenon where the vocal folds don't vibrate at all.…

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Why You ‘Talk’ to Your Pet: The Grammar of Anthro-Speak

Ever wonder why you talk to your pet in a high-pitched, sing-song voice? This unique way of communicating, known as…

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How Dogs Bark Around the World

Why does an English-speaking dog say "woof" while a Japanese dog says "wan wan"? The answer isn't in the dog,…

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