How to Sound MORE American. Master Flap T : WATER, PARTY, DAUGHTER, BUTTER

This English pronunciation lesson helps ESL learners master the American Flap T (also common in Canadian English pronunciation) to sound more natural.

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Understand why the 'T' sound often changes to a soft 'D' sound in words like water, better, city, little, and computer. We explain the simple rule: the Flap T occurs when 'T' is between vowel sounds and the next syllable isn't stressed. Improve your American accent and accent reduction skills with clear explanations, examples, and essential pronunciation practice exercises. Practice Flap T words, minimal pairs (like writing vs riding or metal vs medal), and sentences to boost your English speaking practice and fluency. Stop sounding robotic – learn this key American English pronunciation tip today! This lesson is perfect for intermediate English learners focusing on spoken English improvement.

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00:00 Introduction: Understanding the Flap T
00:50 What is the Flap T?
01:49 Examples and Explanation
02:52 Why the Flap T is Important
03:17 American English Accent Practice: Words and Sentences
06:17 Recap and Summary
07:34 Take the Fluency Quiz
09:07 Conclusion and Next Steps


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