ingressive

[ɪnˈɡrɛsɪv]

ingressive Definition

relating to or denoting a sound that is pronounced with an inward airflow of the breath, such as the initial sound of 'aha!' in English..

Using ingressive: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ingressive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    In some languages, such as Icelandic, ingressive sounds are used to convey meaning.

  • Example

    The ingressive pronunciation of the word 'yes' is common in some dialects of English.

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Summary: ingressive in Brief

The term 'ingressive' [ɪnˈɡrɛsɪv] refers to a sound that is pronounced with an inward airflow of the breath, such as the initial sound of 'aha!' in English. It is used in some languages to convey meaning and is common in some dialects of English.