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GST 111 Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2 Objective Question
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Question

How many diphthongs are there in English?
Options
A 12.
B 20.
C 8.
Correct Answer
D 24.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Of the twenty vowel sounds, eight are diphthongs.

Hint

These are complex vowels that involve a glide from one position to another.

Question Info

Course: GST 111
Topic: Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 917 of 1604
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