Aspiration (definition)

• For a definition of the consonant mutation which is sometimes called 'aspiration' in Gaelic, see Lenition

Aspiration is a puff of air that accompanies the production of some consonant sounds. This puff can be felt by holding your hand (or a tissue) just in front of your lips as you produce the sound.

External Links

• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aspiration_(phonetics)