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Linguistics MCQS
Linguistics Fundamentals
Phonetics and Phonology
Syntax and Morphology
Phonetics and Phonology
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Which term describes the weakening or softening of a consonant sound?
A. Lenition
B. Fortition
C. Spirantization
D. Assimilation
Lenition is the weakening or softening of a consonant sound.