Letty/w/as in “we”
Consonant
How to pronounce /w/ in English
The /w/ sound is a labio-velar, voiced, glide consonant.
Jaw
Open your mouth slightly.
Tongue
Raise the back of your tongue very high up and pull it towards your throat.
Lips
Round your lips in a tight circle and push them forward, away from your teeth. Then release your lips with a quick and sharp movement.
Note: Make sure your tongue isn't causing any airflow obstructions.
Example words
- we
- want
- away
- quick
- always
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