The aim is to analyze the acoustic characteristics of words beginning with 'okina in revitalized Hawaiian speakers. This research investigates how revitalization affects pronunciation.
Analysis of acoustic recordings from revitalized Hawaiian speakers.
Comparison of word pronunciation before and after language revitalization efforts.
Revitalized speakers exhibit distinct acoustic features in 'okina-initial words.
Differences suggest a shift in pronunciation practices due to language revitalization.
Abstract
Revitalized Hawaiian speakers demonstrate acoustic differences in words beginning with ‘okina.