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lenis

/lɛnɪs/ adjective · British & US
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What does lenis mean?

adjective

Describing a sound or pronunciation that is soft or gentle. In phonetics, lenis refers to a type of consonantal sound that is produced with a relatively loose articulation.

Example

"The lenis pronunciation of the word 'cat' is often used in singing to create a soothing effect."

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