Viernes Pronunciation

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Syllables in Viernes

• Viernes has two syllables: vier, nes.
• The first syllable (vier) is the syllable you emphasize the most.

Phonetic Pronunciation of Viernes

Here are three phonetic alphabets that show you the pronunciation of viernes. Remember to emphasize the bold syllable the most!

Consonants, Vowels, and Diphthongs in Viernes

Viernes contains the following consonants (C) and vowels (V), and diphthongs (D).

Pronunciation of V

• The pronunciation of the Spanish letter vis exactly the same as the Spanish b.
• Both b and v are pronounced like the English letter b in words such as Basque or neighbor, but without closing the lips completely in some word positions. Compare the sound of the English b in Basque and neighbor with the v in their Spanish translations, vascoand vecino.
• The Spanish v is never pronounced like the English v.

Sentences and Phrases with Viernes

Here are some useful sentences and phrases containing viernes. Remember to emphasize the bold syllables the most!