What is a Fricative?
A Fricative is defined as:
Phonetics
- Denoting a type of consonant made by the friction of breath in a narrow opening, producing a turbulent air flow.
A fricative consonant, e.g. f and th.
In the RP British Accent the fricative sounds includes the
- F sound,
- V sound
- TH – both voiced and unvoiced sounds
- S sound
- Z sound
- SH – both voiced and unvoiced sounds
- H sound
- R sound
If you struggle producing these sounds, you may consider getting the RP British Accent Pronunciation course. Each of these different fricative sounds are covered in a separate video. Each video shows the correct placement of the tongue, lips and teeth to accurately create the sound. Practice words and sentences are also included in each video, allowing viewers to hear the sound in context and providing the opportunity to compare your version with the RP British accent speaker.
In the meantime, take a listen to these two video and audios and see how you get on replicating these Fricative sounds. Remember if are finding them a bit tricky, the RP British Accent Pronunciation Course is available online.
Did you find these Fricative Audio & Videos useful?
Wouldn't it be really helpful if:
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You could watch and SEE a native RP speaker make all these sounds
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You were told exactly how to place your tongue, lips and mouth to accurately mimic these sounds
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So you could learn how to make each British sound, in the comfort of your home at a pace that suits you.