There are two true vocal cords (also called vocal folds) in the human body that are responsible for producing sound.
While some sources mention the existence of additional "false vocal cords," these do not contribute to voice production. They are called vestibular folds. The vestibular folds are located superior to the true vocal cords.
Therefore, the answer focuses specifically on the cords used for phonation:
- Vocal Cords (True): 2
- Vestibular Folds (False): 2 (These do not produce sound)
Essentially, the question is asking about the number of vocal cords actively used in generating sound.
