________are articulated by raising the back of the tongue towards the soft palate?
Correct answer: D. Velar
- A. Post__alveolar
- B. Palate__alveolar
- C. Palatal
- D. Velar
Explanation
Velar sounds are articulated by raising the back of the tongue toward the soft palate, also called the velum. This distinguishes them from palatal sounds, which involve the hard palate.
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