Meaning of the word sonority in English
What does sonority mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sonority
US /səˈnɔːr.ə.t̬i/
UK /səˈnɒr.ə.ti/
Noun
1.
the quality of being sonorous; resonance
Example:
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The choir's performance was marked by its rich sonority.
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The cello's deep sonority filled the concert hall.
2.
the relative loudness or clarity of a speech sound
Example:
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Vowels generally have greater sonority than consonants.
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The phonologist analyzed the varying degrees of sonority in the language's sounds.
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