👉 Thong sounds, also referred to as "thongs," are a type of vocal sound characterized by its high-pitched, airy quality resembling a squeaking or hissing noise when the tongue and lips are positioned close together, typically in soft vowel sounds like /i/ or /e/. This unique timbre can sometimes be heard when speaking quickly with the tongue tucked in or when certain consonants like /s/, /z/, and /θ/ are present.
