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Dark L vs Light L: The L Sound Difference Spanish Speakers Need to Know
English has two L sounds, but Spanish only has one. Learn the difference between 'light L' and 'dark L' (velarization) to eliminate one of the most common accent markers for Spanish speakers.
Flapping: Why T and D Sound Like the Spanish R in American English
Discover why 'water' and 'butter' sound like 'wader' and 'budder' in American English. Spanish speakers have an advantage here, as the flap sound is identical to the Spanish R in 'pero'.
Nasal Place Assimilation: Why N Changes Sound Before Different Consonants
Learn why 'impossible' has an M instead of N, and why 'incredible' sounds like 'ing-credible'. Understanding nasal assimilation will improve your English fluency and listening comprehension.
T and D Deletion: Why Native Speakers Drop Sounds in Consonant Clusters
Learn why 'last night' often sounds like 'las night' and 'old man' sounds like 'ol man'. Understanding T/D deletion will help you understand fast native speech and speak more naturally.
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T-Glottalization: The Glottal Stop That Replaces T in American English
Learn why Americans say 'button' with a catch in their throat instead of a clear T sound. Understanding T-glottalization will help you understand native speakers and sound more natural.
Vowel Lengthening: Why Vowels Are Longer Before Voiced Consonants
Learn why 'bad' has a longer vowel than 'bat' and how this affects how you hear and produce English. Understanding vowel lengthening is key to distinguishing voiced and voiceless consonant pairs.
Can vs Can't: The Pronunciation Difference Spanish Speakers Miss
Learn the subtle but crucial pronunciation difference between 'can' and 'can't' in American English. Master the vowel sounds, stress patterns, and T sound that native speakers use to distinguish these words.
How to Pronounce 'Did You' Like a Native: D + Y Palatalization for Spanish Speakers
Spanish speakers often pronounce 'did you' with a clear /d/. Learn how native Americans blend D + Y into J, saying 'didja' instead of 'did you.'
Final Consonant Clusters Part 2: Master -NG, -MP, -LD, -RD, -PT
Continue mastering final consonant clusters in English. This guide covers -NG, -MP, -LD, -RD, -PT, and other challenging word endings for Spanish speakers.
Essential Hotel Vocabulary: Master Booking and Stay Terms in English
Learn essential hotel vocabulary for booking rooms and navigating your stay. From reservations to checkout, master the English terms you need for confident travel.
L-Blends Pronunciation Guide: Master BL, CL, FL, GL, PL, SL
Learn to pronounce English L-blends (BL, CL, FL, GL, PL, SL) correctly. This guide covers all initial consonant clusters with L, with practice words and tips for Spanish speakers.
R-Blends Pronunciation Guide: Master BR, CR, DR, FR, GR, PR
Learn to pronounce English R-blends (BR, CR, DR, FR, GR, PR) correctly. This guide covers all initial consonant clusters with R, with practice words and tips for Spanish speakers.