PHARYNGAL
(noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Pharyngal.
Pharyngal - as a noun
A sound that is articulated with the pharynx.
Pharyngal - as an adjective
Of or pertaining to the pharynx.
Articulated with the pharynx, a term usually describing a consonant which is articulated by the rear area of the tongue being raised to below the region between the uvula and the pharyngeal wall. the term cannot apply to a plosive or stop consonant.
Example Sentences
"The pharyngal sound in her voice made it difficult to understand her."
"He had a distinctive pharyngal accent that set him apart from his peers."
"The pharyngal consonant is produced by closing the vocal cords and narrowing the pharynx."
"The pharyngal resonance in his singing gave his performance a unique quality."
"His speech was characterized by pharyngal resonance and nasalization."
Word Game Points
Is PHARYNGAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pharyngal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PHARYNGAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is PHARYNGAL a valid Words With Friends word?
No, pharyngal is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordPHARYNGAL is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is PHARYNGAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pharyngal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPHARYNGAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
