How to pronounce Special in English

Special is pronounced SPESH-əl (IPA /ˈspɛʃəl/). Two beats — 'SPESH-ul'; the 'ci' becomes 'sh'.

IPA: /ˈspɛʃəl/

Syllables: SPESH · əl

Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'spe-shall' or 'spe-see-al' instead of 'SPESH-ul'.

Tip: Two beats — 'SPESH-ul'; the 'ci' becomes 'sh'.

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