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Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
vísperas
eve
Latin America
Simplified: BEES-peh-rahs
IPA: 'bis.pe.ɾas
Spain
Simplified: BEES-peh-rahs
IPA: 'bis.pe.ɾas
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
vís
  • v like b in boy, but softer
  • gentler lip closure for Spanish b (versus English b)
  • i like see
  • spread lips, tongue high for i
  • s like sun
  • s similar to English
pe
  • unaspirated p like spot (not pot)
  • p without burst of air
  • e like bet
  • slightly spread lips, tongue forward for e
ras
  • tapped r like ladder
  • quick tapped r with tongue tip against ridge behind teeth
  • a like father
  • relaxed a with mouth open, tongue low
  • s like sun
  • s similar to English