How to practise the /ɜ:/ vowel sound | Learn English |
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In this video, we'll focus on practicing the /ɜ:/ vowel sound, which is quite similar to the schwa sound and the /ɑ:/ sound. We'll explore common words with the /ɜ:/ sound, examine its technical description as the "Open-Mid Central Unrounded Vowel," and compare it to the /ə/ sound (the schwa) and the /ɑ:/ sound. We'll also delve into minimal pairs that highlight the differences between these vowel sounds. To improve your pronunciation, you can repeat the provided minimal pairs. The video also includes tongue twisters for further practice.
00:00 Introduction
00:19 Common Words
00:39 Technical Explanaition
01:15 Comparison with the Schwa Sound
01:59 Comparison with the /ɑ:/ Sound
02:25 Minimal Pairs
03:35 Tongue Twisters