Reconsidering Listener Evaluations of Creaky Voice
Published online on July 09, 2026
Abstract
Language and Speech, Ahead of Print.
In U.S. English, nonpathological creaky voice (vocal fry) is a common voice quality that contributes meaningful linguistic information. However, several studies have found that speakers who use creaky voice, particularly young women, are rated as sounding ...
In U.S. English, nonpathological creaky voice (vocal fry) is a common voice quality that contributes meaningful linguistic information. However, several studies have found that speakers who use creaky voice, particularly young women, are rated as sounding ...