Vowels in Tamil [1]

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  • All the 12 vowels vibrate (buss) through larynx
  • Vowels a and aa, are articulated in vocal cavity along with a vibration
  • Vowels i, ii, e, ee, ai (5 in total) are articulated while edge of the tongue moving towards the gum of teeth.
  • Vowels u, uu, o, oo, au (5 in total) are articulated while rounding lips.
  • There is a slight change in articulation between short and long vowels.

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  1. ^ (verses 2-6 respectively)