36. How to Pronounce R-Combinations in Swedish
06 September 2025

36. How to Pronounce R-Combinations in Swedish

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This week’s episode is a masterclass in pronunciation! And it’s one of my favorite topics to teach. We are going to dive into the unique R-combinations in the Swedish language!

When the letter R comes before certain consonants, the sound changes completely (in most parts of the country). These are called retroflex sounds.

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Happy learning! 💛