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glottis

UK
/ˈɡlɒtɪs/
US
/ˈɡlɑːtɪs/

Translations

glottisnoun
glottises
pl
UK
/ˈɡlɒtɪs/
US
/ˈɡlɑːtɪs/
glotteTerme d’anatomie.
During speech, the glottis opens and closes rapidly to create different sounds.
Pendant la parole, la glotte s’ouvre et se ferme rapidement pour produire des sons différents.
Synonyms
vocal cords
voice box
larynx

Definitions

glottisnoun
The part of the larynx consisting of the vocal cords and the opening between them, which is involved in producing sound.
During speech, the glottis opens and closes rapidly to create different sounds.
The opening between the vocal folds of the larynx through which air passes during phonation.
When you whisper, the glottis remains almost closed, allowing very little air to escape.
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