MODIFICATIONS OF CONSONANTS IN CONNECTED SPEECH

Abstract

: This article explores the nuanced alterations consonants undergo in connected speech, shedding light on the dynamic nature of language in spoken communication. It delves into three key aspects: assimilation, elision, and linking, illustrating how these modifications shape the fluidity and comprehensibility of spoken language. Through examples and explanations, it demonstrates how consonants adapt to neighboring sounds, undergo omissions or softening, and establish seamless connections between words. The significance of these modifications in facilitating natural speech and aiding comprehension is highlighted, emphasizing their role in the evolution and flexibility of linguistic expression.