ɒ
Vowel
open back rounded vowel
Example words
lotclothcough
Highlighted letters show where /ɒ/ is typically spelled.
How to produce this sound
SoundOpen back rounded vowel.
TongueKeep the tongue body low enough for an open-quality vowel. Retract the tongue body toward the back of the mouth.
LipsRound the lips to the target shape early and hold that rounding steadily.
JawAllow a wider jaw opening while staying relaxed.
VoiceKeep voicing continuous and even through the segment.
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