How are m and made?

The characters m and n are typically produced by vibrating the nasal cavity while speaking. When the soft palate is lowered and air is allowed to pass through the nose, the sound of m is produced. The lips are closed for this sound, and the vocal cords vibrate. On the other hand, the sound of n is produced by allowing air to pass through the nasal cavity while the tip of the tongue touches the alveolar ridge behind the upper teeth. Vibrations of the vocal cords also accompany the articulation of n.

Here are the articulatory features that produce the sounds m and n:

Bilabial nasal (m):

- Articulation: The lips are pressed together, preventing airflow from exiting the mouth.

- Velum: Lowered, allowing air to flow through the nasal cavity.

- Vocal cords: Vibrating, producing a voiced sound.

Alveolar nasal (n):

- Articulation: The tip of the tongue touches the alveolar ridge behind the upper teeth, partially obstructing the airflow.

- Velum: Lowered, allowing air to flow through the nasal cavity.

- Vocal cords: Vibrating, producing a voiced sound.