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Glottal

usgb/ˈɡlɑːtl/Volume
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Speaking NuancePlay
Glottal sounds can give emphasis or emotion to speech in various languages. SlideShe put a glottal emphasis on the word 'no' to show her strong refusal.
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Voice CarePlay
Frequent glottal sounds may strain your throat, use them carefully when speaking. SlideAfter making repeated glottal stops in her speech, she sipped some water.
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Regional VariationsPlay
Certain accents, like Cockney English, often feature glottal sounds more prominently. SlideIn his Cockney accent, 'bottle' was pronounced with a glottal stop instead of the 'tt' sound.