How to Pronounce ‘Near’
To start, let’s break down the pronunciation of ‘near’:
- The first sound is the ‘n’ sound, which is made by placing the tip of your tongue behind your upper teeth and pushing air out through your nose.
- The second sound is the ‘ee’ sound, which is made by smiling and lifting the front of your tongue towards the roof of your mouth.
- The third sound is the ‘r’ sound, which is made by slightly flicking the tip of your tongue against the roof of your mouth.
- Lastly, the final sound is the ‘r’ sound again, followed by a short ‘uh’ sound, made by relaxing your tongue and releasing a neutral sound.
All together, ‘near’ is pronounced as /nɪər/.
Remember to practice saying it slowly at first, focusing on each sound. Then, gradually increase your speed to achieve a more fluent pronunciation.
I hopes this helps!