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A consonant sound can only be produced with:

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Consonants are formed when airflow is restricted or obstructed, which is called constriction, making them distinct from vowels.

Updated On: Dec 29, 2024

Constriction
Non-constriction
Continuum
Free-airflow

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Consonant sounds are produced when the airflow is constricted or obstructed in the vocal tract. This constriction can occur in various places, such as the mouth, throat, or nose, to produce different consonant sounds.

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