The top ten mistakes that foreign speakers make# 10: Long E versus Short i

Jun 7, 2017 | Common Pronunciation Mistakes

Frequently, foreign speakers confuse the long E and short i.  This mistake can be very embarrassing and lead to confusion.

Keep these tips in mind to help improve your pronunciation of these sounds:

  1. The long E is is made with tense, smiling lips and is LONG
  2. The short i is made with relaxed, slightly pulled back lips and is short

Good luck…people will notice the difference!