English Literature GCSE
Plosive
What Plosive means in English Literature GCSE, as defined for Eduqas, Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Plosive
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Harsh consonant sounds (like p, b, t, d, k, g) created by completely stopping the airflow and then releasing it.
Harsh consonant sounds (p, b, t, d, k, g) that require a sudden release of air.
Harsh consonant sounds like 'p', 'b', 't', 'd', 'k', 'g'.
Topics that use Plosive
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