Things to know:
- The /b/ sound is typically developed by the age of 1-3
- The /b/ sound is made by pushing lips together and blowing a puff of air out
- Voice is always "on" for the /b/ sound, meaning the vocal chords are working
- You need your lips pushed together for the /b/ sound.
- Your vocal chords need to vibrate and puff air out at the same time.
- Practice in front of a mirror, and make sure your lips are closed!
/b/ initial
baby
bean boy blue bow Ben burp bag big |
/b/ medial
bags
hobby snobby lobby |
/b/ final
Bob
lob snob Deb knob |