Asked by Peter Ivery on Jul 04, 2024
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Phonemes are the smallest units of which component of language
A) meaning
B) sound
C) dialect
D) syntax
Phonemes
The tiniest sounds in languages that have the power to differentiate words.
Language
A structured system of communication, consisting of spoken, written, or gestured symbols that are used to convey meaning and thought.
Sound
Sound is a vibration that travels through the air or another medium and can be heard when it reaches a person's or animal's ear.
- Understand the basic components of language such as phonemes and morphemes and their roles.
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Zybrea KnightJul 06, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Phonemes are the smallest units of sound in language. They are the basic building blocks of spoken language and different languages have different sets of phonemes.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basic components of language such as phonemes and morphemes and their roles.