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The InFluency Podcast

368. The different ways to pronounce O in English

Dec 14, 2023
34:13
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Learn about the different pronunciations of the letter 'O' in English, including 'oh', 'ah', 'or', 'er', and schwa sounds. Explore examples and exercises to practice and improve pronunciation. Understand how stress affects the pronunciation of O and get helpful tips for practicing.
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Quick takeaways

  • English does not have a consistent pronunciation for the letter 'O', and understanding its various pronunciations is crucial for improving English communication skills.
  • The pronunciation of the letter 'O' can be affected by primary stress in a word, and knowing where the stress falls helps in correctly pronouncing the 'O' sound.

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Different Pronunciations of the Letter O

The podcast episode discusses the different pronunciations of the letter 'O' in English. Unlike phonetic languages, English does not have a consistent pronunciation for the letter 'O'. In Spanish, for example, 'O' is always pronounced as 'oh', whereas in English there are several different pronunciations for the same letter. The podcast provides examples and breaks down the various pronunciations, including the 'oh' sound as in 'go', the 'ah' sound as in 'father', the 'or' sound as in 'core', and the schwa sound, as well as other vowel sounds represented by the letter 'O'. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding these different pronunciations to improve English pronunciation and communication skills.

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