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Aspirate

usgb/ˈæspərət/Volume
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To master 'aspirate', practice with a candle; if it flickers, you're doing it right. SlideAspiring actors learn to aspirate 'T' and 'P' sounds clearly.
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Voiceless SoundsPlay
'Aspirate' typically occurs before voiceless consonants like 'p, t, k' in English. SlideTry not to aspirate the 'p' in 'spin'; it's less common there.
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In some words, 'h' is silent, so don’t aspirate when it’s not needed. SlideYou aspirate 'h' in 'hello', but not in 'honest'.
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