Difference between revisions of "Tough sounds -an-ang"
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| − | The [[-an | + | The [[The "a" vowel|-an and -ang finals]] aren't too bad by themselves, but how they're pronounced can vary a bit depending on what comes before them. As always, ''practice'' is the answer! Practice the following words and phrases to be sure that you've got a good handle on these tough sounds. |
== Pronunciation Tips for -an-ang (A2) == | == Pronunciation Tips for -an-ang (A2) == | ||
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| + | You can read up on [[the "a" vowel]] and [[the "i" vowel]] if you need to, but one important thing to remember is that the "a" in "-an" and "-ian" (or "yan") are ''not the same "a" sound''. When "i" is involved, the [[The "i" vowel|"a" sound in the final]] changes a bit. | ||
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| + | Review your [[pinyin chart]] as needed to get clear on this difference. | ||
== Tough Sound Words: -an-ang (A2) == | == Tough Sound Words: -an-ang (A2) == | ||
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<td>饭店</td> | <td>饭店</td> | ||
<td>fàndiàn</td> | <td>fàndiàn</td> | ||
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== Tough Sound Video Practice: -an-ang (A2) == | == Tough Sound Video Practice: -an-ang (A2) == | ||
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== Sources and further reading == | == Sources and further reading == | ||
| − | {{Number in Series|5|Tough sounds}} | + | ''More sources and other links coming soon...'' |
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[[Category:Pinyin]] | [[Category:Pinyin]] | ||
{{Basic Pronunciation|A2|1|The -an and -ang finals aren't too bad by themselves, but how they're pronounced can vary a bit depending on what comes before them.|pinyin| ASP12C54}} | {{Basic Pronunciation|A2|1|The -an and -ang finals aren't too bad by themselves, but how they're pronounced can vary a bit depending on what comes before them.|pinyin| ASP12C54}} | ||
| + | {{Related|The "a" vowel}} | ||
{{References|-an}} | {{References|-an}} | ||
{{References|-ang}} | {{References|-ang}} | ||
Latest revision as of 10:04, 20 May 2020
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The -an and -ang finals aren't too bad by themselves, but how they're pronounced can vary a bit depending on what comes before them. As always, practice is the answer! Practice the following words and phrases to be sure that you've got a good handle on these tough sounds.
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Pronunciation Tips for -an-ang (A2)
You can read up on the "a" vowel and the "i" vowel if you need to, but one important thing to remember is that the "a" in "-an" and "-ian" (or "yan") are not the same "a" sound. When "i" is involved, the "a" sound in the final changes a bit.
Review your pinyin chart as needed to get clear on this difference.
Tough Sound Words: -an-ang (A2)
The words in the following table are designed to give you a good pronunciation workout. Practice them on your own and practice them with your teacher.
| Audio | Chinese | Pinyin | English |
|---|---|---|---|
| 饭店 | fàndiàn | restaurant, hotel | |
| 看见 | kànjiàn | to see | |
| 但是 | dànshì | but | |
| 现在 | xiànzài | now, nowadays | |
| 然后 | ránhòu | and then | |
| 胖 | pàng | fat, chubby | |
| 忙 | máng | busy | |
| 房间 | fángjiān | room | |
| 当然 | dāngrán | of course, naturally | |
| 刚刚 | gānggāng | just a moment ago | |
| 山上 | shān shàng | on the mountain |
Tough Sound Video Practice: -an-ang (A2)
Sources and further reading
More sources and other links coming soon...
