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Sep 2021
25m 37s

157. Schwa – The BEST Vowel Sound in Eng...

HADAR SHEMESH
About this episode

You wanted it, you got it! In this episode I’ll talk about the schwa vowel sound. Understanding it will help you sound more natural and effortless, and will help you pronounce words clearly. You’ll learn why the schwa is so important, and what makes it hard to understand. But fear not – you’ll find answers in this episode and learn how to identify and practice it in words and sentences. Are you ready?

What’s your favorite word with the Schwa sound? Put it in the comments!

The Schwa episode (long lesson): How One TINY Sound Can Make a HUGE Difference https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/09/

Link to the videos about syllables and primary stress:

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