American English - OO [u] Vowel - How to make the OO Vowel

The video tutorial teaches how to pronounce the 'ooh' sound as in 'Boo'. It explains the unique characteristics of this vowel sound, focusing on the importance of mouth position and the transition into the sound. The tutorial distinguishes between stressed and unstressed 'ooh' sounds, providing examples and practice words to help learners master the pronunciation. The video emphasizes the role of lip movement and the up-down shape in the voice for stressed syllables.

What makes the 'Ooh' vowel sound different from other vowel sounds?

• It is pronounced with a closed mouth.

• It requires a specific lip movement.

• It is the only vowel sound with a nasal tone.

• It has a unique tongue position.

How should the lips be positioned initially to correctly pronounce the 'Ooh' sound?

• In a tight circle from the start.

• Wide open and then close tightly.

• Pressed together and then open slightly.

• Relaxed and then move into a tight circle.

What is the role of the tongue when making the 'Ooh' sound?

• The front part curls upwards.

• The back part stretches up towards the soft palate.

• The entire tongue remains flat.

• The tongue tip touches the roof of the mouth.

In a stressed syllable, how does the pitch of the 'Ooh' sound change?

• It drops to a lower pitch.

• It becomes higher and louder.

• It has an up-down shape.

• It remains flat and constant.

Which of the following words contains an unstressed 'Ooh' vowel sound?

• Suit

• Move

• Visual

• Blue