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American English Pronunciation Lesson 17

Today in the Fun Easy English classroom you are going to learn to pronounce the sound ar as in the words are, barn, party, star. Remember "practice makes perfect" if you want to improve your English speaking ability.
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Pronunciation: American English Lesson 17

Pronounce the sound ar as in the words are, barn, party, star. Watch the following pronunciation videos and learn to pronounce this sound correctly.
 
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ar are, art, far, smart, dark, march, barn, carp, guitar, party, garden, star, car, guard, part, shark, architect
ear heart
 
Note: the red letters all have the same sound
 
Sound Type

This is a VOICED sound which means Your Vocal Cords DO vibrate when making this sound.
You CAN LISTEN to your Vocal Cords vibrating if you cover your ears with your hands.

Try covering your ears with your hands as Akiko is doing in the picture.

Now make the sound of this lesson. Can you listen to your vocal cords vibrating?
VERY GOOD
You CAN FEEL your Vocal Cords vibrating if you place your hands on your neck.

Try placing your hands on your neck as Akiko is doing in the picture.

Now make the sound of this lesson. Can you feel your vocal cords vibrating?
VERY GOOD
The following diagram shows the most important parts of your head and mouth used for pronouncing the sounds of English. It also shows the location of your Vocal Cords.
 
Mouth, lips, and tongue position

The following descriptions explain the proper mouth, lips, and tongue position when you make this sound.
Mouth

Your mouth should be slightly tense.
Lips

Your lips should be unrounded.
Tongue

The front part of your tongue should be in the lower part of your mouth.
Practice video

Listen to the video and practice repeating each word.
 
 
Pronunciation practice words

Look at your mouth in a mirror and practice pronouncing the following words. Make sure your mouth, lips, and tongue are in their proper positions.
are far smart barn
carp guitar party garden
star car guard part
 
Note: the red letters all have the same sound (watch the video above)
 
Pronunciation word test

Choose the correct word from the pronunciation practice word list above to complete each sentence.
1.  These cookies ________ are delicious.
2.  There were at least thirty cows in that ________.
3.  The pond is stocked with ________.
4.  I had a really nice time at the ________ last night.
5.  That city is kind of ________ away.
6.  You should report your lost wallet to the security ________.
7.  That was the best ________ of the movie.
8.  I spend a lot of time on the weekend pulling weeds in the ________.
9.  You really like to drive your ________.
10.  That is a really bright ________.
From YOUR Teacher: Pronouncing "Are"

This is really a pretty easy sound to pronounce. This sound is actually pronounced the same as the letter "R" when you sing the ABC song.
 
Additional Lessons
About These Lessons

The following classroom lessons are great for students who want additional conversation, listening, and reading practice.
  • Conversation Lesson - Intermediate Level. Dialogs for everyday use. Short situational dialogs for students of English as a Foreign (EFL) or Second (ESL) Language with a written conversation and a conversation notes section.
Conversation Lesson 20 - Dinner Invitation
(Intermediate - Conversation, Reading)

Dialogs for everyday use. Short situational dialogs for students of English as a Foreign (EFL) or Second (ESL) Language.
Dinner Invitation

Laura: Don’t forget. We’re invited out to dinner tonight.

Ted: Oh. I almost  forgot. Thanks for reminding me. What time?

Laura: Seven thirty. We should leave the house by six thirty. You know how bad the traffic is that time of night.

Ted: Uh huh.  It’s  informal,  isn’t  it?

Laura: Yeah. You can wear your new sports jacket.

Ted: Okay. I’ll  try to get home a little early.

Laura: Good. Bye bye.
Conversation Notes
  • We’re invited out to dinner tonight
  • We’re invited to have dinner with friends or acquaintances
  • Uh huh
  • Yes, (I do)
  • Bye bye
  • Good bye, so long
Source: U.S. State Department
Additional Conversation
Conversation

This is a collection of 30 situational conversations which focus on a wide variety of communicative and natural encounters in English....these lessons are for beginning students.
Conversation

This is a collection of 30 situational conversations. Each conversation is accompanied by language notes....these lessons are for advanced students.
Conversation

English conversation lessons. 52 lessons covering pronunciation, speaking, writing, and grammar topics....these lessons are for beginning students.
Conversation

English conversation lessons. 30 lessons focusing mostly on communication and grammar topics....these lessons are for intermediate students.
 
Additional Information
Avoid Ineffective Study Methods

The complete lesson includes an audio program explaining this topic, the script for the audio program, a words in this story section, and other important information.
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Audio Program

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Improve Your Pronunciation by Training Your Ears

The complete lesson includes an audio program explaining this topic, the script for the audio program, a words in this story section, and other important information.
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Audio Program

Listen to the audio program explaining this topic.
 
Improve Your Long-Term Memory by Spacing Practice

The lesson includes an audio program explaining this topic, the script for the audio program, a words in this story section, and other important information.
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Audio Program

Listen to the audio program explaining this topic.
 
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