Pronunciation

The Word-Eating Glitch: What is Haplology?

Ever wonder why so many people say 'probly' instead of 'probably' or 'libry' instead of 'library'? This common linguistic shortcut…

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German Filler Words: Sound Like a Native

Tired of your German sounding like it's straight from a textbook? This guide explores the essential filler words (Füllwörter) like…

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Beyond Accent: The Goal of Clear Speech

Many language learners chase a "perfect" native accent, often leading to frustration and a fear of speaking. This post reframes…

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The Spanish ‘S’ Ghost: Where Does It Go?

Ever wondered why the 's' in Spanish sometimes vanishes into thin air or turns into a soft puff of air?…

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That French ‘R’ Sound? Here’s How to Nail It.

The infamous French 'R' can feel like an impossible hurdle for English speakers. But what if the secret to mastering…

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The Secret to Sounding French: Liaison

Ever wonder why 'les amis' sounds like 'lez-ami' in spoken French? That magical connection is called *liaison*, the phonetic glue…

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The Vowel’s Shadow: Parasitic Vowels

Have you ever wondered why some non-native speakers say "espeak" for "speak"? This isn't just an error, but a linguistic…

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Why French Sounds So Weird (Even to Italians)

Ever wondered why French, a Romance language, sounds nothing like its siblings Spanish or Italian? The secret lies in a…

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How to Read a Phonetic Transcription

What do all those weird symbols in a dictionary entry mean? This beginner's guide to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)…

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The Sound of a Vowel: What Are Formants?

Why does an 'ee' sound so different from an 'oo', even when sung at the exact same pitch? The secret…

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