Vowel sound flashcard (no Diphthongs)

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What is a vowel sound?

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A vowel sound is a speech sound in many languages that is produced without any significant constriction or blockage of airflow in the vocal tract.

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What are the main vowel sounds in English?

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The main vowel sounds in English include: /iː/, /ɪ/, /e/, /æ/, /ʌ/, /ʊ/, /uː/, /ə/, /ɔː/.

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What is the IPA symbol for the vowel sound in 'eat'?

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/iː/

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What is the IPA symbol for the vowel sound in 'it'?

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/ɪ/

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What is the IPA symbol for the vowel sound in 'look'?

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/ʊ/

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What is the IPA symbol for the vowel sound in 'better'?

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/e/

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What is the IPA symbol for the vowel sound in 'telephone'?

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/e/

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What is the difference between /iː/ and /ɪ/?

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/iː/ is a long vowel sound as in 'eat', while /ɪ/ is a short vowel sound as in 'it'.

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What is the IPA symbol for the vowel sound in 'cat'?

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/æ/

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What is the IPA symbol for the vowel sound in 'cup'?

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/ʌ/