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Nihmen t1_jabucpx wrote

Reply to comment by Little-Variation8268 in W is the only letter in the alphabet with more than one syllable by chronolucks

In Dutch W is called 'Way' but with a slightly different mouth placement. Say 'Way', but when making the w sound, shape your mouth as if you're going to say 'F*ck'.

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someonepoorsays t1_jabywu8 wrote

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Nihmen t1_jac30ul wrote

The Dutch W sounds closer to a V, where the English is closer to an O. The W has a vibration to it, which makes quite a difference. You might not be able to get the sound though. Children spend literal years to learn the intricate motor skills required to make certain sounds. That's why we don't tend to lose accents.

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