Keeletaus
Keeletaus is a term used in linguistics and cognitive training to describe a deliberate slowing and pausing of tongue movements during speech. The technique is described as a way to improve articulatory precision, stabilize speech timing, and reduce misarticulations, especially in challenging listening environments or for individuals with speech disorders such as stuttering. In practice, Keeletaus involves lengthening specific tongue gestures, directing attention to the tip and blade of the tongue, and coordinating breath with articulation. It is sometimes paired with paced breathing or metronome cues to maintain a consistent tempo.
Origin and usage: The term appears in niche literature and has shown up in Finnish-language studies and
Applications: In speech therapy, Keeletaus is discussed as a supplementary technique for clients who struggle with
See also: articulatory phonetics, speech therapy, stuttering, fluency shaping.