Preceding vowel duration as a cue to the consonant voicing contrast: Perception experiments with Polish-English bilinguals (original) (raw)

This paper explores the role of preceding vowel duration as a perceptual cue for the consonant voicing contrast specifically in Polish-English bilinguals. It argues that while vowel duration cues are challenging for early learners to acquire, proficient bilinguals demonstrate some sensitivity, albeit not as strong as native speakers. The findings highlight that the difficulty in perceiving these acoustic cues persists even among advanced learners, suggesting the need for further research comparing different types of bilinguals.