Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or characterized by a full rich sound, especially when describing a vowel sound.

“The sonorant quality of the singer’s voice filled the entire auditorium.”

2. noun

A consonant that has a full rich sound, especially when pronounced with the tongue in the front of the mouth.

“In linguistics, the sonorant consonants in a language can affect its overall pronunciation and rhythm.”

3. noun

A consonant that is pronounced with vibration of the vocal cords, such as /m/, /n/, and /ŋ/.

“The sonorant consonants in a language can affect its overall pronunciation and rhythm, especially in poetry and song.”