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The word 'arcata' has 3 syllables.
ɑr-ˈkɑ-


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Sound by Sound American English Phonetic Pronunciation of the word 'Arcata'

Practicing the sound by sound pronunciation table of the word 'Arcata' will help you improve your spoken American English.

#1: /ɑ/
TongueThe tongue is flat and low in the mouth. The tongue is in the center of the mouth. The tip of the tongue touches the back of the bottom front teeth.
LipsThe lips remain relaxed in a neutral position.
JawThe jaw drops, opening the mouth as wide as possible.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#2: /r/
TongueThe tongue forms an arch near the roof of the mouth. It does not touch any part of the mouth.
AirThe air flows through a narrow space in your mouth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#4: /k/
TongueThe back part of the tongue reaches up and touches the soft palate, cutting off the air. The tongue pulls away and the air flows.
LipsThe lips position to adjust the sound that comes next.
AirAir passes through the mouth. First, the air stops. Then, it flows.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords do not vibrate.
#5: /ɑ/
TongueThe tongue is flat and low in the mouth. The tongue is in the center of the mouth. The tip of the tongue touches the back of the bottom front teeth.
LipsThe lips remain relaxed in a neutral position.
JawThe jaw drops, opening the mouth as wide as possible.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#6: /t/
TongueThe tongue will come up. The front part will touch the roof of the mouth behind the top teeth. Then it will pull down to release the air.
TeethThe teeth are together. Then they separate.
AirAir passes through the mouth. First, the air stops. Then, it flows.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords do not vibrate.
#7: /ə/
TongueThe tongue remains forward and relaxed.
LipsThe lips relax.
JawThe jaw drops.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.

Try this Exciting 'arcata' Tongue Twister Challenge

Arcata, the quirky cat, cartwheeled in an artful fashion, Across the verdant meadows, putting on a wild acrobatic exhibition, Audiences watched in awe as Arcata skillfully spun and turned, Amidst laughter and cheers, her talent was truly discerned. The zesty zebra zoomed by, amazed and perplexed, Attempting to mimic Arcata's flips with hilarious effects, Alas, the zebra stumbled and tripped, causing quite a fuss, But Arcata, the fabulous feline, continued her acrobatic rush. Oh, how delightful it was to witness Arcata's extraordinary show, A spectacle that brought joy and laughter to friend and foe, So, if you ever meet Arcata, the remarkable and merry cat, Remember her twirling talents and enjoy a quirky chat!

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