This flashcard describes the vowel /u:/ (number 4) as a back, close, rounded vowel, present in both RA (RP) and GA, and is the mirror image of /i:/.
This flashcard describes the vowel /u:/ (number 4) as a back, close, rounded vowel, present in both RA (RP) and GA, and is the mirror image of /i:/.
| Name | u: |
|---|---|
| Number | 4 |
| features | back vowel, close, rounded |
| Accent | RA and GA |
| Comment | Note: mirror image of /i:/ |
Tags: vowels
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