SONANTS

Definition

SONANTS Sonants refers to sounds produced with vocal cords vibrating, often in contrast to voiceless sounds. Sonants (plural) - multiple sounds produced with vocal cords vibrating Sonanting (present participle) - the act of producing sounds with vocal cords vibrating Sonanted (past tense) - having produced sounds with vocal cords vibrating Sonanter (comparative) - one who produces more sounds with vocal cords vibrating than another Sonantest (superlative) - one who produces

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Noun (plural) or Verb (third person singular)
• Word Length: 7 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word SONANTS can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like SONANTS demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.