Asked by Gulzaar Ahmed on Jul 19, 2024
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The smallest unit of sound that can make a difference in meaning is called a:
A) morpheme
B) phonology
C) phone
D) phoneme
Phoneme
The smallest unit of sound in a language that can distinguish meaning, such as the difference between the sounds of "p" and "b" in "pat" and "bat."
Phonology
The study of the organization and system of sounds in languages.
Morpheme
The smallest grammatical unit in a language that carries meaning; can be a word or a part of a word (such as a prefix).
- Acquire a solid understanding of essential linguistics concepts and terms like phonetics, morphemes, and syntax.
Verified Answer
LP
Light patrickJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The smallest unit of sound that can make a difference in meaning is called a phoneme. A morpheme is the smallest unit of language that carries meaning, phonology is the study of the sound system of a language, and a phone is any distinct speech sound or gesture, regardless of whether it is a phoneme or not.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire a solid understanding of essential linguistics concepts and terms like phonetics, morphemes, and syntax.