What does tenuis mean?
Tenuis refers to a type of consonantal sound in phonetics, often described as a voiceless alveolar or postalveolar plosive. It is characterized by a sudden release of air, resulting in a sharp, crisp sound.
Example
"The linguist studied the tenuis sound in various languages, noting its distinct characteristics and variations."
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