Why Does “of” Sound So Soft? How to Pronounce “of” in Natural English

Why Does “of” Sound So Soft? How to Pronounce “of” in Natural English

September 9, 2025 · 24 min · Season 2 · Episode 23

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This episode explores why the word 'of' sounds soft in rapid speech and how to pronounce it more naturally.

Ever wondered why "of" seems to disappear and sound so "soft" when native speakers are talking quickly? In this episode so you'll learn why and how to soften the word "of" so you can sound more natural when you speak in English as well as understand rapid speech much more easily! ⭐️ Interested in improving your English pronunciation and accent? Drop me an email at emma@pronunciationwithemma.com or visit www.pronunciationwithemma.com for more details. Join the brand new British English group c...

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