Monophthong

A monophthong is a single, pure vowel sound that maintains a consistent quality throughout its duration, such as the vowels in "cat" [æ], "see" [i:], and "hot" [?]. Monophthongs contrast with diphthongs, which involve a glide from one vowel sound to another within the same syllable. Understanding and practicing monophthongs helps language learners improve their pronunciation and phonetic accuracy. Teachers can use phonetic charts, listening exercises, and pronunciation drills to help students master monophthongs in the target language.