the vocal tract

The vocal tract is the pathway in our body that sound travels through when we speak. It begins at the vocal cords in the larynx (voice box) and extends up through the throat, mouth, and nasal passages. When we talk, air from the lungs passes through the vocal cords, causing them to vibrate and produce sound. This sound then resonates and is shaped by the tongue, lips, and other structures in the mouth and throat. The vocal tract plays a crucial role in allowing us to create different sounds, tones, and speech patterns.