American English Sounds - UH [_] Vowel - How to make the SCHWA Vowel

The video tutorial teaches how to pronounce the schwa vowel sound, which is always unstressed. It explains the relaxed mouth position needed for this sound, similar to the 'uh' in 'butter'. The tutorial provides examples of the schwa in words and its interaction with syllabic consonants. It emphasizes the importance of relaxation in the lips, jaw, and neck. The video also includes practice words to help viewers master the schwa sound. The tutorial concludes with a summary of the key points covered.

What is the key characteristic of the schwa vowel sound?

• It is always stressed.

• It is pronounced with a closed jaw.

• It requires a tense mouth position.

• It is always unstressed.

How does the schwa vowel sound differ from other vowel sounds in terms of stress?

• It is always unstressed.

• It is always stressed.

• It can be both stressed and unstressed.

• It is never used in words.

Which of the following consonants can absorb the schwa sound?

• B, D, G

• L, M, N, R

• P, T, K

• S, Z, F

In the word 'sofa', how is the schwa sound produced?

• With a tense jaw and lips.

• With a slight jaw drop and relaxed lips.

• With a closed mouth.

• With a high pitch.

Which of the following words contains the schwa sound?

• Tree

• Sofa

• Cat

• Book