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American English sound

AA /æ/

Learn how to hear and produce the AA sound with IPA, simple spelling, example audio, and coaching videos.

Watch the sound

Inside the mouth

Close-up example

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How to Make the AA Sound

Mouth

Tongue

Keep the of the tongue relaxed and touching the lower teeth and lift the of the tongue slightly. (front)

Lips

Relaxed and Unrounded