Pronunciation: [ɡˈʌtəɹə͡lˌa͡ɪz] (IPA) 
The word "gutturalize" refers to pronouncing words with deep and harsh sounds from the throat. The IPA phonetic transcription for "gutturalize" is /ˈɡʌtərəlaɪz/. This spelling represents the various sounds that make up the word, including the short "u" sound in "gut," the "r" sound in "rural," and the "aɪ" sound in "ize." The "ʊ" sound in "ut" and the "r" sound in "rural" both contribute to the guttural quality of the word.
Gutturalize is a verb that refers to the act of producing or modifying a vocal sound so as to make it sound guttural. The term primarily pertains to language and phonetics, describing a specific articulatory technique. When an individual gutturalizes a sound, they produce it in a particular manner that involves the back of the throat or the vocal cords.
Gutturalizing is often associated with sounds that are characterized by a vibration or constriction in the throat. These sounds are typically low-pitched and have a distinctive "throaty" quality. Examples of gutturalized sounds include the "g" and "k" sounds in English, which are produced by impeding the airflow in the throat and then releasing it abruptly.
The process of gutturalizing a sound can vary depending on the specific language or dialect being spoken. Some languages have a greater emphasis on gutturalization, while others may not recognize it as a distinct articulatory feature.
In linguistics, the concept of gutturalization can also refer to the phenomenon of a language or word evolving over time to become more guttural in pronunciation. This can occur due to various factors such as geographical separation, cultural influence, or contact with other languages.
The word "gutturalize" is derived from the noun "guttural", which comes from the Latin word "guttur" meaning "throat". In English, "guttural" refers to sounds produced in the back of the oral cavity, specifically in the throat. When the suffix "-ize" is added to "guttural", it forms the verb "gutturalize", meaning to pronounce or produce sounds in a guttural or throaty manner.
