In phonetic terms, what is a 'Phoneme'?
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Correct answer: C. The smallest distinct unit of sound in a language that can distinguish one word from another
- Step 1: A phoneme is a fundamental perceptual sound unit (e.g. /p/ vs /b/ distinguishes 'pat' from 'bat'). Step 2. English has approximately 44 phonemes represented by 26 alphabet letters. Answer: The smallest distinct unit of sound in a language that can distinguish one word from another. Why not the others: A written letter is a grapheme; a sentence is syntax; vowels in syllables relate to vocalic nuclei.
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