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An intriguing phenomenon in Russian phonetics is how consonants can change their voicing based on context. For instance, "б" (b) can often sound like "п" (p) depending on whether it appears at the end of a word or in the presence of other voiceless consonants. This voicing can readily confuse non-native speakers. Therefore, understanding this dynamic is vital for both reading fluently and speaking accurately.