The /R/ sound is one of the most difficult sounds in all languages because there is so much variation.

The American /R/ is no exception. It is a very strong sound, that is quite distinct from all other sounds in English. Most importantly, it is incredibly different from the Portuguese /R/.

Last but not least, the /R/ sound is technically a consonant, but it can actually affect the shape and quality of other sounds as well. When this happens, we call them R-Colored Vowels.

So in this section, we will cover everything you need to know about the American /R/. RRRRRR you ready?