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How to Pronounce “Literally”

To pronounce the word “literally,” follow these steps:

  1. Start with the sound “L” as in “let.” Place your tongue against the roof of your mouth and release air through your vocal cords.
  2. Transition smoothly to the sound “IH” as in “sit.” Keep your tongue relaxed and slightly raised towards the front of your mouth.
  3. Move to the sound “T” as in “top.” Place the tip of your tongue against the alveolar ridge (the bump behind your upper teeth) and release air through your vocal cords.
  4. Pronounce the sound “ER” as in “her.” Slightly round your lips and raise the back of your tongue towards the roof of your mouth.
  5. Follow with the sound “AH” as in “father.” Drop your jaw slightly and relax your tongue, allowing the sound to resonate from the back of your throat.
  6. End with the sound “LEE” as in “sleepy.” Keep your tongue relaxed and slightly raised towards the front of your mouth.
  7. Finish with the sound “D” as in “dog.” Place the tip of your tongue against the alveolar ridge and release air through your vocal cords.

So, when pronouncing “literally,” it sounds like “LIH-TER-AH-LEE-D”. Practice these sounds individually and then combine them to pronounce the word accurately.