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Learn How to Pronounce Spanish Consonants – B/V, J, LL/Y, Ñ, and R Sounds

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In this lesson, we’ll explore some of the most distinct and important Spanish consonant sounds, including B vs. V, J, LL and Y, Ñ, and the soft and strong R. These sounds are key to achieving clear pronunciation and understanding spoken Spanish.

You’ll learn how to correctly pronounce each consonant through practical, everyday examples such as:

  • Vaca vs. Barco – understanding the subtle difference between B and V in Spanish
  • Jirafa – mastering the strong, throaty J sound
  • Llama and Yo – exploring how LL and Y are pronounced in different Spanish-speaking regions
  • Niño – practicing the unique Ñ sound
  • Caro vs. Perro – learning to distinguish between the soft R and the rolled R

This Spanish pronunciation lesson will help you:

  • Recognize and pronounce tricky Spanish consonants
  • Understand regional variations in pronunciation
  • Improve your listening and speaking skills through real vocabulary
  • Speak more clearly and confidently in Spanish

By practicing with these examples, you’ll develop a stronger ear for the sounds of the Spanish language and gain confidence in your ability to speak Spanish naturally.

B/V: Ejemplos: “vaca“, “barco“.
B/V: Examples: “vaca“, “barco“.

J: Ejemplo: “jirafa“.
J: Example: “jirafa“.

LL/Y: Ejemplo: “llama“, “yo“.
LL/Y: Example: “llama“, “yo“.

Ñ: Ejemplo: “niño“.
Ñ: Example: “niño“.

R: Suave en “caro”, fuerte en “perro”.
R: Soft in “caro”, strong in “perro”.

Rosa recoge rosas en el jardín.
Rosa picks roses in the garden.

El perro Abrak corre por la playa.
The dog Abrak runs along the beach.