The English "ay (day)" sound (IPA eɪ) — Pronunciation Guide
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eɪ
ay (day)
Diphthong
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How to make this sound
Example
day /deɪ/
Mouth
Glide from "eh" to "ee"
Common trap
Do not hold a flat "ay"
GA vs RP
GA and RP share this sound.
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Related sounds
aɪ
eye (my)
ɔɪ
oy (boy)
oʊ
oh (go)
aʊ
ow (now)