How to Pronounce /ʌ/ (pub, much, lunch)

In this video you will learn how to pronounce the /ʌ/ sound in British English. We'll look at the sound in isolation, then in words, and then in sentences.

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[kangzhendong]

I have been struggling with this sound, but here I got over it, the trick of dropping jaw rather opening wide mouse is spot on. thanks a lot.

[Bianca-pwcn]

This is the sound I most struggled with, and I found very difficult to find a good video on this sound. Now, thanks to you though, there's a great lesson on the /ʌ/ sound. Thank you!!! ⭐️

[約瑟芬趴趴造]

Thank you.  You explain the ʌ sound clearly!! It's helpful.

[robert]

I'm Russian and I'm having difficulties with differing [ʌ] and [ɑ], I'm keep working on that.

It seems I'm starting to understand it. [ʌ] for me like [a] mixed with a bit of [u], and [ɑ] for me is like strongly opened [a] mixed with some [o].

[TheKseniagd]

Emma, you are simply the best. 10+ years of living in England (Newcastle), a degree in TEFL from a Russian university, 15 years of teaching, including teaching here in the UK, and still when I watch your videos it is an insight every time! Never mind I know the New Headway Pronunciation course by heart. Your explanations are shorter and better. I recommend your channel to all my students.

[classy]

this video came in quite handy, I appreciate it.

[hassanechetouane]

By opting for IPA, you have chosen the good strategy of teaching. Good pronunciation comes first. I hope the students will practice the pronunciation after you, as I do.

[AMANSILLA]

As you've already commented at the beginning of your video, we Spanish speakers have difficulties producing this sound and we tend to confuse it with a more open sound. That said, I truly believe that there couldn't be a better video than this where this sound is explained. Thank you, Emma.

[pradipjayswal]

One of the only great way to learn perfect pronunciations thank you dear❤️

[Anni.f]

Hi, Emma! I'm studying this sound for an exam and I've specially watched your video because your explanations help me a lot! Thanks!!!

[jacquecerdareus]

I really admire you teacher Emma. You give me the feeling to learn the english language. Thank you.

[ChristabelIsioma]

Thanks for the cookie 🍪
And the video too 😁❤

[janafourie]

I love your videos!
I'm an Afrikaans teacher and I use your videos to show my English speaking students how to form sounds found in Afrikaans

[cad]

great tips Emma, appreciate all the knowledge you share here!

[lorenzobenedusi]

Hi Emma, Thank you so much for this video. I am Italian and I get usually confused with both sounds /æ/ and /ʌ/. Your tips are very useful. Bye bye!

[cristiancamiloortegarondon]

Wow you are amazing, thank you so much

[syedtahirhaleem]

Hi, my lovely and positive teacher. I'm struggling with ^ & e sounds

[mindyourown]

Can't thank you enough for this extremely helpful video! You made it really easy! I was struggling with this sound and couldn't understand how on earth it should be pronounced. When you mentioned the shwa sound it clicked me straight away! Before I was trying to pull my tongue back or speak with a nasal sound to make the /ʌ/ sound. Yes, it's the most comprehensive video! You made my life much easier! Thank you for that!

[gothika]

I've looking for days for a video like this. I was so confused with all the 'a-like' sounds. Thanks a lot!

[husamdervs]

Mashallah
So nice pronounciation British
I speak American way but love British too when follow you ❤