äännetyistä

äännetyistä is a Finnish term that translates to "voiced" in English when referring to sounds. It is a key concept in phonetics, the study of speech sounds. In phonetics, sounds are classified based on how they are produced in the vocal tract. One of the primary distinctions is between voiced and voiceless sounds.

Voiced sounds are produced with the vibration of the vocal cords in the larynx. When air passes through the vocal cords during the production of a voiced sound, they are drawn together and vibrate, creating a buzzing sensation. This vibration can often be felt by placing a finger on the throat. Examples of voiced sounds in Finnish include the vowels (a, e, i, o, u, y, ä, ö) and consonants like b, d, g, v, and j.

Voiceless sounds, in contrast, are produced without vibration of the vocal cords. The vocal cords are held apart, allowing air to pass through without vibrating them. Examples of voiceless sounds in Finnish include p, t, k, s, and h. The distinction between voiced and voiceless sounds is crucial for differentiating words in many languages, including Finnish. For instance, the difference between "pallo" (ball) and "basso" (bass) lies in the voicing of the initial consonant. Understanding the concept of äännetyistä and its opposite, äänteettömistä (voiceless), is fundamental to grasping the phonological system of the Finnish language and for accurate pronunciation and transcription.