Intrusive Sounds

Study intrusive sounds in connected speech, such as extra /j/, /w/ and /r/ sounds. Practise hearing and producing them in natural spoken English.

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British English video lesson on linking R, intrusive R and linking /j/.

Clear explanation of how /j/ and /w/ sounds link vowel sounds in fluent speech.

British pronunciation guide to when intrusive /r/ appears between vowel sounds.

BBC worksheet with listening-focused examples and practice for intrusive /r/.

Interactive practice recognising linking R, intrusive R and absent R patterns.

Controlled practice identifying and producing intrusive /r/ in connected phrases.