Synonyms for

Vowel

Verb / ˈvaʊʌl / Another word for vowel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A vowel is a letter which represents a speech sound made with the vocal tract open, allowing the breath to flow out freely.

Synonyms & similar words

consonant vowelsound vocalic voiced sonant intoned oral phonic syllabic unvoiced articulate expressive sonorous resonant intonational modulated resounding pronounced consonantal breathy throaty nasal

Synonyms by register

Formal

vocalic sound open syllable sound

Antonyms

consonant semivowel fricative plosive nasal

Common collocations

  • short vowel
  • long vowel
  • vowel sound
  • vowel letter
  • vowel digraph
  • vowel shift
  • vowel harmony

Word family

noun vowel
adjective vocalic

Usage note

A vowel is a speech sound made with the mouth open and the tongue not touching the lips, teeth, or roof of the mouth. In English orthography, the letters a, e, i, o, u, and sometimes y and w, represent vowel sounds.

Example sentences

  1. The word 'apple' has two vowels.
  2. The English language has five vowels.
  3. The vowel 'a' can make different sounds.
  4. The vowel 'i' is often found in words like 'hi' and 'like'.
  5. The word 'book' has no vowels.

Quotes

  • A vowel is a sound that travels freely around the world.
  • A vowel is a part of speech pronounced by the vocal cords without any obstruction of the lips, tongue, or palate.
  • A vowel is a letter standing for a vocal sound.

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