The Science of Phonaesthetics
Why does "cellar door" sound so beautiful to English speakers, regardless of its meaning? This is the central question of phonaesthetics, the fascinating but little-known field that studies the inherent…
Unlocking the Universe of Languages
Why does "cellar door" sound so beautiful to English speakers, regardless of its meaning? This is the central question of phonaesthetics, the fascinating but little-known field that studies the inherent…
We all know onomatopoeia, but many languages have something far richer: ideophones. These "adverbs of the senses" don't just mimic sounds; they paint vivid pictures of sights, textures, and feelings.…