consonant value

Core Rule

Consonant sounds represent stable speech values that usually depend on vowels. They are defined by place of articulation, manner of obstruction, and voicing.

Articulation Guide

Consonants are produced by restricting airflow. Control tongue placement, lip shape, and airflow release without adding extra vowel sounds.

Word Analysis

• haul: Initial h is a voiceless glottal fricative with open airflow.
• may: m is a voiced bilabial nasal; y functions as a consonant glide linking to the vowel.

Pitfall Alert

Watch for letters like y that shift roles, and avoid over‑voicing or inserting vowels after consonants.