Discover the intricacies of English vowels through IPA examples! Learn about long single vowels like /i:/ in “week,” short vowels like /ɪ/ in “fit,” and diphthongs like /eɪ/ in “place.” Uncover the nuances of vowel sounds with examples such as “boot” for /u:/ and “clear” for /ɪə/. Dive into the 20 distinct vowel sounds of English, from common words like “hard” to complex diphthongs like “tour.” Enhance your pronunciation skills and linguistic knowledge with this comprehensive guide.