Cerebellar representation during phonetic processing in tonal and non-tonal language speakers: An ALE meta-analysis

Xiaotong Zhang, Zhaowen Zhou, Ying Wang, Jinyi Long, Zhuoming Chen

Abstract: Highlights•This ALE analysis first identified specific patterns of cerebellar involvement in phonetic processing among tonal and non-tonal languages.•The present study demonstrated variations in cerebellar representation based on language backgrounds, offering a profound view of the cerebellum's role in phonetic processing.•This study provides large-scale evidence on cerebellar involvement during phonetic perception and phonetic production.