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157. Schwa – The BEST Vowel Sound in English

The InFluency Podcast

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How to Use the Schwa in English

When we look at a word, we first see that it's divided into syllables. Syllables are the smallest unit within the word. Every word has one and only one primary stress. A secondary stress is a pure vowel sound. We don't reduce it whatsoever. So knowing and understanding the schwa is not only important for the pronunciation of specific words but also helpful when it comes to delivering a clear message.

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