Sugar is pronounced SHOOG-ər (IPA /ˈʃʊɡər/). Start with 'sh' like 'shoe' — say 'SHOOG-er'.
IPA: /ˈʃʊɡər/
Syllables: SHOOG · ər
Common ESL mistake: Learners use /s/ saying 'soo-gar' instead of /ʃ/.
Tip: Start with 'sh' like 'shoe' — say 'SHOOG-er'.
Schwa /ə/, the reduced vowel
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