fortis

Definition

Strongly articulated, hence voiceless.

Etymology

Learned borrowing from Latin fortis (“strong”). Doublet of fort and forte.

Example Sentences

• "All vowels, whether short or complex, are relatively shorter when followed by a fortis consonant and relatively longer when followed by a lenis one or, for those where this is possible, when no consonant follows (in free or unchecked syllables)."