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The word 'callahan' has 3 syllables.
ˈkæ--ˌhæn


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

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

#2: /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.
#3: /æ/
TongueThe tongue is wide. The front stays forward, touching the back of the bottom front teeth. The back part of the tongue stretches up.
JawThe jaw drops.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#4: /l/
TongueThe tongue is against the back of the upper teeth.
AirThe air flows around the sides of the mouth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#5: /ə/
TongueThe tongue remains forward and relaxed.
LipsThe lips relax.
JawThe jaw drops.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#6: /ˌ/
#7: /h/
TongueThe position of the tongue depends on the sound that comes next.
LipsThe lips are open to let the air go through.
TeethThere is a separation between the teeth.
AirAir passes through the mouth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords do not vibrate.
#8: /æ/
TongueThe tongue is wide. The front stays forward, touching the back of the bottom front teeth. The back part of the tongue stretches up.
JawThe jaw drops.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#9: /n/
TongueYour tongue is against the ridge behind the top teeth.
AirThe air flows through the nose.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.

Try this Exciting 'callahan' Tongue Twister Challenge

Callahan had a colossal collection of comical kazoos. He'd kerfuffle and carouse, causing chaos for the cows. He'd cacophonously call them, with a cheeky little grin, Causing caterwauling chaos, as the cows would cavort and spin. Callahan's craziness continued, creating cheerful cheer. He'd caper and cartwheel, causing confusion near and near. The cows would kvetch and complain, as Callahan persisted, With his kooky kazoo playing, the chaos couldn't be resisted. Callahan, the king of mirth, had mastered his madcap game, Bringing glee and giggles, regardless of the cow's disdain. So if you encounter Callahan, be prepared for some wild fun, With his kazoo in hand, chaos and laughter will surely overrun!

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