Schwa sound

Front

What is the schwa sound?

Back

The schwa sound is a vowel sound that is pronounced as 'uh'. It is often found in unstressed syllables.

Front

Which letter often represents the schwa sound in writing?

Back

The schwa sound is often represented by the letter 'e', 'a', 'o', or 'u' in unstressed syllables.

Front

Is the schwa sound always the same?

Back

No, the schwa sound can vary slightly in pronunciation depending on the word and accent.

Front

Give an example of a word with a schwa sound.

Back

The word 'banana' has a schwa sound in the second syllable.

Front

What is one sound the schwa can make?

Back

The schwa can make the sound 'uh'.

Front

In which syllable is the schwa sound usually found?

Back

The schwa sound is usually found in unstressed syllables.

Front

Does the schwa sound appear in every word?

Back

No, the schwa sound does not appear in every word; it is common in many but not all.

Front

Which of the following words has a schwa sound: 'soda', 'art', or 'say'?

Back

The word 'soda' has a schwa sound.

Front

Which of the following words has a schwa sound: 'take', 'yoga', or 'happy'?

Back

The word 'yoga' has a schwa sound.

Front

True or False: The word 'awake' has a schwa sound.

Back

True.