American English sound
z /z/
Learn how to hear and produce the z sound with IPA, simple spelling, example audio, and coaching videos.
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How to Make the Z Sound
Where
Put the of your tongue on your (Alveolar)
How
Let air flow between your tongue and in a hissing sound ()
Voice
vibrate (Voiced)