Classification of Consonants Distinctive Features

Distinctive Feature Classification A second way to classify consonants based on distinctive features According to df, phonemes are comprised of a bundle of features that make them distinct from any other phoneme df are binary with a “+” or “-” used to denote the presence or absence of that feature in a particular phoneme Each df typically represents some physiological aspect of sound production EX. The feature [voice] represents the presence or absence of vocal fold vibration as [+voice] or [-voice]

Distinctive Feature Classification There are several different distinctive feature classifications, but the one most commonly used is by Chomsky & Halle (1968) In general, each distinctive feature relates to one of the three broad parameters of consonant production involving place, voice, or manner

Correspondence Between PVM and Distinctive Features Distinctive Feature Place Voice Manner Sonorant X Continuant X Nasal X Syllabic X Consonantal X Delayed Release X Strident X Anterior X Coronal X Voice X