Minimal pairs are pairs of words or phrases in a particular language that differ in only one phonological element and have distinct meanings. They are crucial in phonology for demonstrating that two sounds constitute separate phonemes in the language.

Minimal Pairs

Minimal pairs

pairs of words

Pairs of phrases

phonological element

distinct meanings

Phonology is the branch of linguistics concerned with the systematic organization of sounds in languages. It focuses on understanding how sounds function within a particular language or languages and the rules governing their combination and pronunciation.

phonology

two sounds

separate phonemes

the language

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Examining Minimal Pairs: 'Bit' vs. 'Bite'

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