How to pronounce Nasal?

The correct way to pronounce Nasal is [NAY-zuhl]. Emphasis is on the 1 syllable. To learn how to pronounce Nasal, listen and repeat:

What's the definition of Nasal?

Nasal – a nasal refers to a sound that is produced by allowing air to escape through the nose. In anatomy, it relates to the nose or the nasal passages. In music, it can describe a tone that has a resonant quality similar to a sound produced in the nasal cavity. The term can also apply to certain speech sounds classified as nasals. Additionally, nasal can refer to a characteristic of certain types of breaths or speech patterns that involve the nose.

Examples of usage of Nasal

  1. The singer's voice had a nasal quality that made it unique.
  2. He had a cold, resulting in a nasal voice that was difficult to understand.
  3. The doctor examined her nasal passages for any signs of obstruction.
  4. She preferred to breathe through her nose, which made her voice sound more nasal.
  5. Certain languages use nasal consonants that change the meaning of words.