Pronounce other u sound

To create the 'other u' /ʊ/ sound (the sound in the word "put"), the back of the tongue is raised to a mid-high position. The sides of the tongue may touch the top teeth toward the back of the mouth.

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How to pronounce the 'other u' /ʊ/

To create the 'other u' /ʊ/ sound, the back of the tongue is raised to a mid-high position. The sides of the tongue may touch the top teeth toward the back of the mouth. The jaw is slightly closed and the lips are pulled into a loose circle.

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