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Voiced and Voiceless Initial Consonant Sounds in English

Some English consonant sounds cause a vibration in your throat when you say them. These sounds are called VOICED sounds.

Some English consonant sounds do not cause a vibration in your throat when you say them. These sounds are called VOICELESS sounds.

1. Say each word below. Put your fingers on your throat to feel for the vibration.

2. Focus on the initial sound.

3. Then choose if the initial sound is VOICED or VOICELESS.

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