R sounds are rough, and L sounds are smooth: Cross-cultural study finds these associations may be universal

People around the world associate a trilled R sound with a rough texture and a jagged shape, and an L sound with a smooth ...
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10 best albums that defined the sound of R&B in 2025

These 10 R&B albums defined the genre in 2025, from heartbreak anthems to bold debuts. Discover the year’s most essential ...
CNET

Klipsch R-4B review: Decent sound quality and features, but ultimately falls short

The Klipsch R-4B is a decent sound bar, but it lacks the features and performance of the best products at the price. Ty Pendlebury Editor TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia ...
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R sounds are rough, and L sounds are smooth, according to cross-cultural study

People around the world associate a trilled R sound with a rough texture and a jagged shape, and an L sound with smooth texture and a flat shape, according to the findings of a new study. Researchers ...
BBC

What a single sound says about you

Do you growl, roll or trill? The letter ‘r’ – and how we pronounce it – reveals a surprising amount about identity, fashion and history, writes James Harbeck. The ‘r’ sound is the Doctor Who of speech ...
Science Daily

Ultrasound guides tongue to pronounce 'R' sounds

Using ultrasound technology to visualize the tongue’s shape and movement can help children with difficulty pronouncing “r” sounds, according to a small study. The ultrasound intervention was effective ...
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Klipsch R-10B review: Higher-end sound bar punches its weight

Although it costs more than most of its kind, the Klipsch R-10B sound bar brings a wireless subwoofer and great sonics to the space under your TV. Ty Pendlebury Editor TV and home video editor Ty ...