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Shared quasi isochronous rhythms across 49 human languages| title | Shared quasi isochronous rhythms across 49 human languages |
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| start_date | 2024/10/24 |
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| schedule | 15h30 |
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| online | no |
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| location_info | salle de conférences B011 |
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| summary | While quasi-isochronous rhythms have been frequently reported in non-human animal communication, they have mostly been considered absent in human communication. In this paper, we argue that human speech shows quasi-isochrony when the rhythm is analyzed based on Inter-Onset Intervals rather than words or syllables, akin to how rhythm is commonly defined for non-human animals. Our findings are grounded on a worldwide sample of 49 languages. Rhythms are relatively stable in the range between 0.2-0.6Hz across languages and independent of linguistic and extra-linguistic factors. This quasi-isochrony may rest on neural oscillations and/or respiratory rhythms. |
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| submitted | published | | 2024/10/16 12:47 UTC |
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