Pronunciation: /ˈleɪbiəl/
noun a speech sound produced by bringing the lips together
A1 I learned about labials in my beginner French class.
A2 The pronunciation of labials can be tricky for English speakers.
B1 The labial sounds in Spanish are different from those in English.
B2 She struggled with the labial consonants in the new language.
C1 The linguist studied the labial phonemes in various languages.
C2 The researcher's analysis focused on the labial articulations in speech production.
adjective relating to or involving the lips
A1 She practiced her labial sounds in front of the mirror.
A2 The dentist recommended using a labial shield to protect the lips during treatment.
B1 The singer focused on improving her labial articulation for better pronunciation.
B2 The linguist studied the labial consonants in different languages for her research.
C1 The speech therapist specialized in treating patients with labial speech disorders.
C2 The phonetics professor gave a lecture on the complexities of labialization in phonology.
formal The labial consonants are produced by restricting the airflow with the lips.
informal She had to practice pronouncing the labial sounds for her language class.
slang I can't seem to get the hang of these labial sounds, they're so tricky!
figurative The labial harmony of the music created a soothing atmosphere in the room.
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