How to Pronounce the R sound at the End of Words and Syllables: American R Part 2
In part 2 of this 3 part series on American R you will learn how to pronounce the R sound at the end of words and syllables when it follows a consonant sound. Be sure to grab your free 100 Common ER Words PDF practice list!
Key Takeaways:
1) R is always pronounced...
How to Pronounce the American R Sound: American R Part 1
In part 1 of this 3 part series on American R you will learn what to do with your tongue, lips and jaw to pronounce the R sound and we will practice the American R at the beginning of words. Be sure to grab your free 100 Common Initial R Words PDF practice list!
Key Takeaways:
1) The...
How to Pronounce the TH Sound after T, D, N
In this quick tip lesson I'll share a trick to make pronouncing TH after T, D, and N much easier!
Key Takeaways:
1) T, D and N are all Ridge sounds or sounds made with the tip of the tongue at the alveolar ridge.
2) It's an awkward movement to lift the tongue tip from the ridge and move...
How To Pronounce the L Sound in American English Part 2 | The Dark L Sound
In this American English pronunciation lesson you will learn all about the pronunciation of L at the end of words and syllables (the Dark L sound). You will learn how native speakers make this sound and we will also discuss alternate tongue placements you can use to achieve the Dark L. Be sure...
How to Say the L sound in American English Part 1 | The Light L Sound | L vs R
In this American English pronunciation lesson you will learn all about the pronunciation of L at the beginning of words and syllables (the Light L sound) and you will learn how to distinguish L vs R.
Click here to learn about L at the end of words and syllables or Dark L.
Key Takeaways:
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How to Say the TH Sound | American English Pronunciation Lesson
Struggle to pronounce the TH sound? In this lesson, you will improve your American English accent as you learn how to pronounce TH in English and practice TH sound pronunciation in words. Be sure to grab your free Common TH Words practice PDF.
Key Takeaways
1) There are 2 TH sounds in English-...
How to Say V and F | Pronounce V and F in English | American Accent Lesson
In this American English pronunciation lesson you will learn how to say V and F. The key to knowing how to pronounce V vs. F is understanding voicing, the primary feature that distinguishes between these two consonant sounds. Be sure to grab your free 100 Common V Words practice...
How to Say V and B | American Accent Lesson for Spanish Speakers
In this American English pronunciation lesson you will learn how to say V and B. The key to knowing how to pronounce V and B is understanding the mouth positioning and air flow, the key features that distinguish between these two consonant sounds. Be sure to grab your free 100 Common V Words...
How to Pronounce American T: True T, Flap T, Held T, Vanishing T
Have you ever wondered about how Americans say T? The T sound is very distinct in the American accent. In this accent reduction lesson, you will learn about the 4 types of American T: True T, Flap T, Held T and Vanishing T. T is one of the most common consonant sounds in English, and learning...
Where is the Stress??? Word Stress in American English Part 3
To pronounce English words correctly and clearly you have to understand Word Stress (Syllable Stress), or how some syllables stand out and receive more emphasis than others. In Part 3 of this American accent training series on Word Stress we dive into how to know WHICH syllable is stressed...