Unit 4.1
Letters: C-G
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Introduction
The letters c and g represent velar plosive consonants, respectively voiceless and voiced.
Form
The sounds of c and g are:
| Uppercase | Lowercase | Phonetics |
|---|---|---|
| C | c | /k/ |
| G | g | /g/ |
Example
c: cat, close, cut;
g: game, get, go.
Use
The consonants c and g are called velar. The sound of c and g are produced when the tip of the tongue is pressed against the soft palate, forming a barrier. They are plosive consonants because when the stream of air breaks that barrier where the air could not escape, the sound is produced.
- c is voiceless, so the vocal cords do not vibrate during the articulation of the consonant;
- g is voiced, so the vocal cords vibrate during the articulation of the consonant.
Exercises
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