m sound
Rule Core
The consonant m represents the voiced bilabial nasal /m/. It is stable across positions and spelled m or mm.
Articulation Guide
Lips closed, vocal cords vibrate, airflow passes through the nose without release.
Word Analysis
In mat, m starts smoothly; in math, it stays clear before /θ/; in means, m links fluidly to the vowel team.
Pitfalls
Avoid adding aspiration or confusing it with /b/ or /n/.
Phonics Breakdown
Close lips, voice on, air through nose
Sound Reference
- Close lips before voicing
- Maintain nasal resonance into vowels
Common Mistakes
Adding a plosive release
Confusing with /n/