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Repharim Posted 17 years ago
Speech & Pronunciation

Teaching the 'L' pronunciation

I'm trying to teach someone(of Chinese origin) how to pronounce "L" but they can only say "R" instead. Any tips/help/ideas on how to help them pronounce the letter correctly?

Thanks in advance...
  

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Start with the idea that with "R" the tongue does not touch the roof of the mouth, but with "L" the tongue does touch. See what happens when the student tries to say an "R" while touching the tongue to the roof of the mouth. Something like "L" should come out.

— CalifJim

  • Start with the idea that with "R" the tongue does not touch the roof of the mouth, but with "L" the tongue does touch.
  • See what happens when the student tries to say an "R" while touching the tongue to the roof of the mouth.
  • Something like "L" should come out.
  • Go from there, as adjustments may be necessary to the exact place the tongue touches.
  • It's worth a try.
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Start with the idea that with "R" the tongue does not touch the roof of the mouth, but with "L" the tongue does touch. See what happens when the student tries to say an "R" while touching the tongue to the roof of the mouth. Something like "L" should come out. Go from there, as adjustments may be necessary to the exact place the tongue touches. It's worth a try.

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