What does sibilant consonant mean?
Definitions for sibilant consonant
sibi·lant con·so·nant
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sibilant, sibilant consonantnoun
a consonant characterized by a hissing sound (like s or sh)
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sibilant consonant
A sibilant consonant is a type of speech sound where the airflow is directed towards the teeth and is slightly obstructed creating a hissing or hushing sound. They are usually made by directing a stream of air with the tongue towards the sharp edge of the teeth. Examples include the sounds associated with the English letters "s" and "z".
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of sibilant consonant in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of sibilant consonant in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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