In this American English pronunciation lesson you will learn how to say V and F. The key to knowing how to pronounce V vs. F is understanding voicing, the primary feature that distinguishes between these two consonant sounds. Be sure to grab your free 100 Common V Words practice PDF!

Key Takeaways:

  1. Both /v/ and /f/ are pronounced with the top teeth resting on the bottom lip and continuous airflow.
  2. /v/ is voiced, meaning the vocal cords are vibrating when you make this sound.
  3. When a word ends in a voiced consonant, hold the vowel sound 2 beats.

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