sConsonants
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Example words
see
lesson
city
bus
How to make the sound
Bring the tongue close to the alveolar ridge, leave a narrow channel, and direct air through it without voicing.
What to feel and listen for
Listen for a sharp hiss along the center of the tongue; the throat stays quiet.
Common mistake: Keep the sound unvoiced and narrow; a wider channel can sound like /θ/.
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