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Sound by Sound American English Phonetic Pronunciation of the word 'Self-aggrandizing'

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

#2: /s/
TongueThe tongue is behind the teeth.
Lips
TeethThe teeth remain clenched.
AirThe air flows through the tip of the tongue towards the edge of the teeth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords do not vibrate.
#3: /ɛ/
TongueThe tongue tip touches the back of the bottom front teeth. The middle part of the tongue arches up towards the roof of the mouth.
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: /f/
LipsThe bottom lips are in contact with the teeth.
TeethThe top teeth press the bottom lips.
AirThe air flows through the teeth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords do not vibrate.
#6: /ə/
TongueThe tongue remains forward and relaxed.
LipsThe lips relax.
JawThe jaw drops.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#8: /g/
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 depends on the sound that comes next.
AirFirst, the air stops. Then it flows.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#9: /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.
#10: /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.
#11: /n/
TongueYour tongue is against the ridge behind the top teeth.
AirThe air flows through the nose.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#12: /ˌ/
#13: /d/
TongueThe tongue comes up. The front part touches the roof of the mouth behind the top teeth. Then it pulls down to release the air.
TeethThe teeth are together. Then they separate.
AirFirst, the air stops. Then it flows.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#14: /a/
TongueThe tip of the tongue moves at the bottom of the mouth near the center.
JawThe jaw drops opening the mouth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#15: /ɪ/
TongueThe tongue raises high in the mouth. It moves to the front of the mouth. Then the tip of the tongue moves behind the bottom front teeth. The tongue remains relaxed in the front of the mouth.
LipsThe lips separated and relaxed.
JawThe jaw drops and the mouth opens a little bit.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#16: /z/
TongueThe tongue is behind the teeth.
TeethThe teeth remain clenched.
AirThe air flows through the tip of the tongue.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#17: /ɪ/
TongueThe tongue raises high in the mouth. It moves to the front of the mouth. Then the tip of the tongue moves behind the bottom front teeth. The tongue remains relaxed in the front of the mouth.
LipsThe lips separated and relaxed.
JawThe jaw drops and the mouth opens a little bit.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#18: /ŋ/
TongueThe back part of the tongue reaches up and touches the soft palate. The front part of the tongue touches the bottom front teeth.
LipsThere is a separation between the lips.
TeethThere is a separation between the teeth.
AirAir passes through the vocal cords to make the sound.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.

Try this Exciting 'self-aggrandizing' Tongue Twister Challenge

Self-aggrandizing Sally swiftly swam in the sparkling sea, Serenading seashells, who started to giggle with glee. She skillfully synchronized her strokes, singing with zest, While sporadically splashing in self-aggrandizing conquest. Sly seals squealed, startled by her sensational display, Summoning seagulls swooping swiftly, wanting to play. Synchronized somersaults and summersaults they tried, Spreading smiles and laughter, from shore to ocean tide. Spectators stood spellbound, witnessing this silly sight, Some snorted, some snickered, many smiled with delight. Sailors on ships, stunned by Sally's self-aggrandizing scene, Sent signals of astonishment, not quite believing what they'd seen. Suddenly, a humongous squid strode, seeking some fun, Self-aggrandizing Sally stumbled, startled, she started to run. Slippery seaweed slipped Sally, she soaked her shirt, Spluttering and sputtering, she shouted with a squishy squirt. Squabbling seagulls swiftly swooped down to save the day, Swooping Sally up, sailing her swiftly on their way. With sunshine streaming down, Sally soon started to sing, Serenading the seagulls, the shoreline, and everything. So, if you spot self-aggrandizing Sally in the sea, Smile and support her, for laughter is the key. Spread joy through tongue twisters that make your heart sing, And silly self-aggrandizing moments, memories they'll bring!

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