Monday, December 10, 2012

Phonestheme


Phonestheme refers to a particular sound or its sequence, which implies a certain meaning.

sn-phonestheme is usually related to the nose.
Examples: Snort, Snuff, Sniff, Sneeze, Snoop, etc.

sl-phonestheme suggests slipperiness.
Examples: Slide, Slime, Sludge, Slip, etc.

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