Consonant Sounds In English

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adjective Retroflex is an adjective that describes a consonant sound produced with the tongue curled back towards the hard palate.

  • The retroflex consonants are produced by curling the tip of the tongue backwards towards the roof of the mouth.
  • Some people find it difficult to pronounce retroflex sounds correctly.
  • I can't get the hang of those retroflex letters in the new language I'm learning.
  • Her retroflex attitude towards change made it hard for her to adapt to new situations.