Phonological Differences in Indian English Flashcards

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1
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Which vowel sounds are less aspirated in Indian-English?

A

Plosive vowels

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2
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What is a retroflex t?

A

When you put your tongue further back to form the “t” phoneme

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3
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Name 2 phonemes the “th” phoneme is often replaced with in Indian English

A

“d” or “t”

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4
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Name 2 phonemes the “wh” phoneme is often replaced with in Indian English

A

“v” or “w”

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