Phones

Nakanese is based around three basic phones in several variations and tones. The phones are n, a, and k. Word structure is detailed on its own page.

Table of Phones (rev 5/27/12)
http://www.yorku.ca/earmstro/ipa/ is where you can get the pronunciation for N and A.

How does K work?
q`c and qc are essentially coughs. q`c is a deep cough, as deep as possible in the throat. qc is slighly higher, right behind the back of the tongue.

q is qc but voiced.

k is saying "kuh".

qu is saying qu, simple as that.

keh: imagine bringing qc higher up and voicing it.

kee: almost a hiss