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The /t/ Sound: Why You Don’t Always Hear It (Held T)
In this episode of The Accent Journey, we explore an important feature of natural spoken English: the unreleased, or held /t/.Many learners pronounce the /t/ sound very clearly in all positions, but in American English, /t/ is often not fully "released," especially when it comes before another consonant. Instead of a strong “t” sound, speakers make a quick stop with the tongue and move directly to the next sound.You’ll learn:What a held /t/ is and how it soundsWhen it typically occurs (before consonant sounds)How to physically produce the “stop without release”Common mistakes learners…
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