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American English sound

tʰ /tʰ/

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

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Inside the mouth

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How to Make the Tʰ Sound

Where

Put the of your tongue on your (Alveolar)

How

Let pressure build behind your tongue and release in a pop that causes a puff of air to come out of your mouth ( )

Voice

silent (Unvoiced)