Raa, Zaay (ر، ز)
Lesson 6
Pronunciation - Raa
This sound may be new for English speakers, but if you’re familiar with Spanish, it’s similar to the rolling 'r' in Spanish. The Arabic 'Raa' is produced with the tongue positioned further forward, just behind the teeth. To practice it, practice rolling your 'r' by letting your tongue flutter against the roof of your mouth.
Pronunciation - Zaay
The sound made by "z" in the English word 'zebra'