What type of consonant is represented by the sound /l/?
Explanation
The consonant /l/ is classified as a lateral consonant because the airflow passes along the sides of the tongue. It is not a sibilant (hissing sound), nasal, or semi-vowel.
The consonant /l/ is classified as a lateral consonant because the airflow passes along the sides of the tongue. It is not a sibilant (hissing sound), nasal, or semi-vowel.