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Is /v/ a _______ sound?

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Is /v/ a _______ sound?

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Whether the /v/ sound is voiced or unvoiced (voiceless) depends on the language.

  • In English: /v/ is a voiced labiodental fricative. This means the vocal cords vibrate when producing the sound. Source
  • In other languages: The voicing of /v/ can vary.

Therefore, in English, /v/ is a voiced sound.

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