The long O sound is a vowel sound that is often described as the sound of the letter "O" in words like "go," "no," and "toe." It is a pure vowel sound, meaning that it is not influenced by any surrounding consonants.
How to Make the Long O Sound
To make the long O sound, you need to:
- Open your mouth wide.
- Shape your lips into a slightly rounded shape.
- Let the sound come out of your mouth with your tongue relaxed and flat.
Examples of Words with the Long O Sound
Here are some examples of words with the long O sound:
- Open
- Hope
- Show
- Boat
- Road
How to Learn the Long O Sound
If you are having trouble learning the long O sound, there are a few things you can do:
- Listen to recordings of words with the long O sound.
- Practice saying words with the long O sound out loud.
- Ask a teacher or tutor for help.
Once you have mastered the long O sound, you will be able to pronounce many English words correctly.