POSTALVEOLAR Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word postalveolar. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word postalveolar. (close relations)

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Definition of POSTALVEOLAR

Best Alternative Words for POSTALVEOLAR


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	retroflex				adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
	adjective satellite • bent or curved backward • pronounced with the tip of the tongue turned back toward the hard palate verb • bend or turn backward • articulate (a consonant) with the tongue curled back against the palate
	post-alveolar				noun, adjectiven, adj
	noun • (phonetics) Any sound articulated with the tongue near or touching the back of the alveolar ridge.
	post-alveolar consonant				noun, adjectiven, adj
	noun • (phonetics) Any sound articulated with the tongue near or touching the back of the alveolar ridge.
	postalveolar consonant
	noun • (phonetics) Any sound articulated with the tongue near or touching the back of the alveolar ridge.

Best Hypernyms For POSTALVEOLAR

Here is a list of related hypernyms for postalveolar, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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Alternatives for RETROFLEX

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All synonyms for retroflex