What is another word for glottalization?
Pronunciation: [ɡlˌɒtəla͡ɪzˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Glottalization is the process of producing a sound by narrowing the glottis, which is the space between the vocal cords. Synonyms for glottalization include glottal stop, creaky voice, and vocal fry. A glottal stop is a sound made by briefly closing the glottis, then releasing the air through a sudden burst. A creaky voice is a low-pitched sound produced by tensing the vocal cords. Vocal fry is a low, creaky sound that occurs when the vocal cords vibrate irregularly. These synonyms are often used in linguistic and phonetic studies to describe different vocal sounds and the methods of producing them.
