Introductory Videos

Introduction to Ultrasound Technology in Linguistics

In this video, we discuss ultrasound technology and its use in the discipline of linguistics and language learning.

  • What is ultrasound technology?
  • Why is it used in linguistics and language learning?
  • How is it used?

Find out the value of ultrasound technology in these areas.


Introduction to Articulatory Phonetics (Consonants)

In this video, we focus on how linguists describe consonant sounds, in particular in North American English.

  • Voicing
  • Place of articulation
  • Manner of articulation

After watching the video, think about how you produce consonant sounds in the language(s) you speak.


Introduction to Articulatory Phonetics (Vowels)

In this video, we focus on how linguists describe vowel sounds, in particular in North American English.

  • Height
  • Backness
  • Roundedness

After watching the video, think about how you produce vowel sounds in the language(s) you speak.