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How to pronounce very

adverb Used to make an adjective stronger.

Written sound guide

VERee
/ˈvɛri/2 syllables

Nora’s AI voice uses natural Indian English. Written guides are approximate and may differ from Nora’s pronunciation. CAPITAL letters mark the strongest syllable.

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Give VER the strongest beat

Start with voiced v using lip and teeth. Keep the first vowel like e in bed.

01VERStrongest beat
02eeLighter beat

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very or wary?

adverb

very

VERee

Used to make an adjective stronger.

adjective

wary

WAIRee

Careful because something may be risky.

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“The instructions are very clear.”

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  1. 1

    Say very slowly. Give VER the strongest beat.

  2. 2

    Read the example sentence at a comfortable pace.

  3. 3

    Look away from the screen. Make your own sentence with very.

What should I check?

Start with voiced v using lip and teeth. Keep the first vowel like e in bed. Focus on one small adjustment, then try again. This is self-guided practice; the page does not record or score your voice.

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