How to pronounce Wrist in English

Wrist is pronounced RIST (IPA /rɪst/). Silent 'w' — go straight to the 'r' sound.

IPA: /rɪst/

Syllables: RIST

Common ESL mistake: Learners pronounce the 'w' saying 'wuh-rist'.

Tip: Silent 'w' — go straight to the 'r' sound.

Short i /ɪ/ vs long ee /iː/

Final consonants and clusters

The American R

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