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Vocal-fold length varies from person to person
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Adult vocal folds are generally shorter in women and longer in men, but their exact length varies between people. One review gives approximate ranges of 11–15 mm in women and 17–21 mm in men; these are guide ranges, not a fixed size for everyone.

