Proper Pronunciation Guide
literature
[lɪ ɚə ʧɚ]
Tips:
- Pronounce this word as four distinct syllables, stressing the first one.
- Pronounce the first letter “t” as a lightly tapped /d/ in quick speech.
- Use the consonant glide /r/ to link from the second to the third syllable—from/ɚ/ to/ə/.
- Pronounce the second letter “t” as /ʧ/.
- Pronounce the final letters “ure” as the weak R- vowel /ɚ/ .
Practice Sentences:
She's taking a course in English Literature this semester. | |
I requested some literature on heating and air conditioning. |