How to pronounce “cerrar”

Hear how “cerrar (to close)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.

Breakdown

Tips for English speakers

• The single r is a quick tap, like the "tt" in American English "butter". Don't use an English r.
• The rr is rolled: the tip of the tongue flutters against the roof of the mouth.
• c before e or i sounds like s in Latin America and like the "th" in "think" in most of Spain.
• Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.

Learn more: Spanish R and RR · Spain vs. Latin America · Stress and accent marks

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