Meaning of the word aspirated in English
What does aspirated mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
aspirated
US /ˈæs.pəˌreɪ.tɪd/
UK /ˈæs.pɪ.reɪ.tɪd/
Adjective
(of a consonant) pronounced with an audible puff of breath, as in the 'p' of 'pin'
Example:
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The 'p' sound in 'pot' is an aspirated consonant.
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Many English voiceless stops are aspirated at the beginning of a word.
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