American English sound
b /b/
Learn how to hear and produce the b sound with IPA, simple spelling, example audio, and coaching videos.
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How to Make the B Sound
Where
Relax the tongue and bring both lips to touch (Bilabial)
How
Let pressure build behind lips and release in a pop ()
Voice
vibrate (Voiced)