American English - AA [_] Vowel - How to make the AA Vowel

This video tutorial teaches the pronunciation of the 'a' vowel as in 'bat'. It explains how the vowel can be a pure or modified sound depending on the following consonant. The tutorial covers the tongue and jaw positions for both stressed and unstressed syllables, and how the vowel changes when followed by nasal consonants like 'M', 'N', and 'NG'. The video includes slow-motion demonstrations and example words to help learners understand and practice the sound.

Explain the concept of relaxation in the pronunciation of vowels.

What visual cues indicate the pronunciation of the 'A' vowel in a stressed syllable?

How does the mouth shape change when pronouncing the 'A' vowel in different contexts?