Vowels in Spanish

When it comes to mastering the Spanish language, understanding the vowels is fundamental. Spanish has five vowels: a, e, i, o, and u, each with consistent and distinct pronunciations. Unlike in English, Spanish vowels are consistently pronounced the same way, making them relatively straightforward to grasp.

Let's dive into the pronunciation of the Spanish vowels:

• A: Pronounced as in the English word "father."
• E: Similar to the English long "a" sound in "cake."
• I: Similar to the English long "e" sound in "see."
• O: Pronounced as in the English word "go," but without the diphthong.
• U: Similar to the English "oo" in "mood."

Learning to enunciate these vowels accurately is key for speaking Spanish fluently. Practice saying words like Hola (hello) and perro (dog) to perfect your pronunciation of these essential Spanish vowels.

Listen to the correct pronunciation of "Hola, ¿cómo estás?" and "perro" in Spanish:

Hola, ¿cómo estás?

Perro

Working on mastering these vowel sounds will be a significant step forward in your Spanish language journey. Stay tuned for the next post, where we'll explore the consonants in Spanish!