Pronunciation: /ˈsoʊnənt/
noun a speech sound produced with continuous, vocal cord vibration
A1 A sonant is a sound produced with vibration of the vocal cords.
A2 In phonetics, a sonant is a speech sound that is voiced.
B1 Linguists study sonants to understand the phonetic properties of different languages.
B2 The sonant consonants in English include /m/, /n/, and /l/.
C1 An expert in phonology can analyze the sonant and non-sonant sounds in a language.
C2 The distinction between sonants and obstruents is crucial in phonological theory.
adjective relating to or having a sound characterized by resonance or voiced speech
A1 My sonant voice is perfect for singing lullabies to babies.
A2 The sonant sound of the birds chirping outside is so calming.
B1 She has a sonant speaking voice that is easy to listen to.
B2 The sonant melody of the piano filled the room with warmth and joy.
C1 The sonant quality of his voice captivated the audience during his speech.
C2 The sonant tones of the orchestra created a mesmerizing musical experience.
formal The sonant quality of the vowel is crucial in determining its pronunciation.
informal He has a sonant voice that carries well in a crowded room.
slang I love listening to her sonant laugh, it's so contagious!
figurative The sonant melody of the wind chimes filled the air with tranquility.
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