How to pronounce “cómo está usted”

Hear how “cómo está usted (how are you? (formal))” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.

Breakdown

Tips for English speakers

• A final d is very light, almost like the "th" in "this", and often barely heard.
• Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.

Learn more: Spanish vowels

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