acoustic phonetics

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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The Problem with Voice-to-Text

Ever dictated a simple message only to have your phone produce utter nonsense? The frustration is real, but the reasons…

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The Sound of a Vowel: What Are Formants?

Why does an 'ee' sound so different from an 'oo', even when sung at the exact same pitch? The secret…

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How Do Babies Learn to Hear Word Breaks?

Ever wonder how babies find individual words in the continuous stream of speech they hear? It turns out their brains…

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5 Languages You’ve Never Heard Of

Journey beyond the familiar and discover languages that defy expectations, from a whistled language that echoes through Canary Island valleys…

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The Lombard Effect: Shouting to Be Heard

Ever found yourself practically shouting into your phone on a busy street? That involuntary impulse to raise your voice in…

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