English Sounds - H [h] Consonant - How to make the H [h] Consonant

The video tutorial teaches how to produce the H consonant sound in American English. It explains the mechanics of the sound, which is made by passing air through a slightly constricted passage without using the vocal cords. The tutorial provides examples of words starting with the H sound and emphasizes that the sound is common at the beginning of words but not at the end. The video concludes with practice examples and encourages viewers to repeat the words to master the sound.

What is the primary method of producing the H consonant sound?

• By vibrating the vocal cords

• By passing air through a slightly constricted passage

• By pressing the tongue against the teeth

• By closing the lips tightly

Which part of the mouth is NOT involved in affecting the H sound?

• Soft palate

• Tongue

• Jaw

• Lips

In which position is the H sound most commonly found in American English words?

• In the middle of a word

• At the beginning of a word

• In compound words

• At the end of a word

Which of the following words contains the H sound?

• Hope

• Banana

• Apple

• Orange

What is the purpose of the practice section in the video?

• To introduce new vocabulary

• To practice the H sound with example words

• To explain the history of the H sound

• To demonstrate lip movements