The two German “ch” sounds, explained simply
Most learners use a hard k or an English sh for every “ch”. The letter in front tells you which of the two sounds to use, and once you hear it, it starts to feel natural.
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The two German “ch” sounds, explained simply
One is soft, one is rough, and the vowel in front tells you which to use.
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Why “th” is so hard, and a 2-minute fix
Most learners swap it for s, z, d or f. Here's where your tongue should actually go.
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Five minutes a day beats an hour on Sunday
Why short, daily speaking practice changes your accent faster than long sessions.
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