Interactive IPA Vowel Chart
The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is the map to your mouth. This chart plots where vowels are articulated: front to back, and high (close) to low (open).
Why use the IPA?
- Precision: English spelling is chaotic. The IPA represents exactly one sound per symbol.
- Visual Mapping: It provides a physical coordinate system for your jaw and tongue.
- Standardization: It's the universal language of accent coaches worldwide.