aɪVowels
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Example words
time
my
tie
price
How to make the sound
Start with an open front vowel and glide upward toward a close front position.
What to feel and listen for
The tongue moves upward while the jaw closes slightly; keep the two parts connected.
Common mistake: Do not flatten /aɪ/ into /eɪ/.
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