Vocalism
In linguistics, this term has the following meanings:
1. a vowel, diphthong, triphthong, or vowel quality, as in a syllable.
2. the system of vowels of a language.
Vocalism in linguistics refers to the study of the vowel system within a language. This includes analyzing the characteristics of vowel sounds, such as their quality, quantity, and distribution. Vocalism is a key aspect of phonology, helping linguists understand how vowels function in the phonetic and phonological structure of languages.
Dictionary. (2024, 26 January) Dictionary.com. Retrieved from: https://www.dictionary.com/browse/vocalisms
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