Learn English: Sounds and Shapes Match Up! (easy)

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Sounds and Shapes Match Up!

Imagine saying a 'rrrr' sound like a car's engine; many people see a zig-zag line when they hear it.

People all around the world, speaking different languages, agree on this match between the sound and the shape!

It's like magic! The 'r' sound is bumpy, just like a jagged line, which is super cool.

This shows sounds aren't just noises; they have secret shapes and meanings hidden inside them!

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Original: The Guardian (Science)

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#sound symbolism #linguistics #language #rolled r #cross-cultural study

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