American Accent Training | R vs. L Part 1

The video tutorial focuses on teaching the American R sound, emphasizing the importance of lip rounding and correct tongue and jaw positioning. It suggests two approaches to learning sounds: listening and observing mouth positions. The tutorial highlights common mistakes, such as incorrect jaw dropping, and stresses the importance of practice. It also provides examples of the R sound in different word positions, offering a comprehensive guide to mastering this phonetic element.

What is the first step in learning the American R sound according to the video?

• Match the sound with your ears

• Focus on the tongue position

• Flap the tongue

• Drop your jaw significantly

What is the benefit of holding out the American R sound during practice?

• It allows for a quicker pronunciation

• It reduces the need for lip rounding

• It makes the sound more hollow

• It helps in understanding the sound better

Which of the following is a common mistake made by learners from India when pronouncing the American R?

• Flipping the tongue tip up

• Holding the sound out

• Dropping the jaw too much

• Rounding the lips excessively

What should you avoid doing with your jaw when making the American R sound?

• Moving it side to side

• Dropping it a lot

• Keeping it steady

• Raising it slightly

In the examples provided, how does the lip rounding change when the R is not the first sound?

• The lips are tightly closed

• The lips round more

• The lips do not round at all

• The lips round less