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This collection of videos relates to the pronunciation of the V [v] sound.

English: How to Pronounce F [f] and V [v] Consonants

These two consonants are paired together because they take the same mouth position.  Learn the correct mouth position for these sounds to pronounce them clearly and accurately. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: F [f] as in FAN, V [v] as in VAN, Videos Tagged With: Sound How-To

How to Link: F/V with the W

Linking consonant sounds can be tricky.  In this video, we go over the specific case of the F and V sounds linking to the W sound.  What has to change in the mouth position?  Can you make these two sounds with no other sound in between? YouTube … [Read more...]

Filed Under: F [f] as in FAN, Linking, V [v] as in VAN, Videos, W [w] as in WILL Tagged With: Linking Consonant to Consonant

How to Make the V sound — Lesson Excerpt

If you're struggling with a concept, it often helps to watch someone else learn it.  In this video, I work with my friend who is a non-native speaker on the V sound.  Watch what he does to improve.  Can you make the V sound this way? YouTube … [Read more...]

Filed Under: V [v] as in VAN, Videos Tagged With: lesson

f & v Sounds Practice

Do you make the F and V sounds clearly?   This video will help you differentiate between these two sounds, and understand when the V consonant is weak. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: F [f] as in FAN, V [v] as in VAN, Videos

Mixing Up the V and W Sounds – English Sounds

Mixing up the V and W sounds is common for some people, for example, those from Germany and India.  Get these English sounds straight in this video. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_C_uw2PaA2w Video … [Read more...]

Filed Under: V [v] as in VAN, Videos, W [w] as in WILL Tagged With: Comparison

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