What are phonemes?

A. the rules by which deep structure is translated into surface structure
B. electromagnetic signals that carry messages between speakers in a telephone conversation
C. syntactical structures that distinguish passive constructions from active ones
D. regional differences in dialect
E. the minimal sound contrasts that distinguish meaning in a language


Answer: E

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