英语语音unit5前元音 PPT课件.pptVIP

Front vowels: /i:/ /i/ /e/ /?/ /i:/ /i/ /e/ /?/ There are four front vowels : /i:/ /i/ /e/ and /?/ For all of them the tip of the tongue is pressed against the lower teeth. The front part of the tongue is raised at varying degrees. There is no lip-rounding, lips are spread or kept neutral. /i:/ The front of the tongue nearly touches the front part of the hard palate, and the muscles of the tongue and cheeks are tense. The lips are drawn back in a “smile” and long voiced sound is produced. Phrases Sentences three week s green tea team leader