Question

Among the following, which one is an active articulator?

• A. Teeth-ridge
• B. Roof of the mouth
• C. Uvula
• D. Lips

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Lips

Active Articulators:

Active articulators are the parts of the vocal tract that move to produce speech sounds.

• They are responsible for initiating contact or movement toward passive articulators (which stay still).

• Lips, tongue, and sometimes the uvula are typical active articulators.