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Do Pain and Joy Have a Universal Language?

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The Sound of Emotion: Vowels and Universal Experiences

This chapter explores the intriguing relationship between vowel sounds and the expression of fundamental human emotions such as pain, joy, and disgust. It discusses how specific sounds like 'ah' are used across cultures to convey emotions and highlights the impact of cultural influences on the evolution of vocal expressions.

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