intrusive r

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What does intrusive r mean?

An "r" sound that is like a linking r but occurs despite the absence of "r" in the spelling, as in Asia and the Far East in some pronunciations.

How to pronounce intrusive r

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “intrusive r”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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4. Repeat and practice — Say “intrusive r” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.