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Spanish Pronunciation Basics
Spanish pronunciation is more regular than English: five stable vowels, predictable stress, ñ sounds like ny, and h is usually silent. Learn vowels and stress first, then vocabulary.
Five vowels
a e i o u are short and stable, not diphthongs.
Accent marks á é í ó ú show the stressed syllable.
Special letters
ñ sounds like ny, as in español.
h is usually silent; ll often sounds like y; rr is trilled.
FAQ
Are accents required?
Yes in formal writing; they affect pronunciation and meaning (si/sí).
Is Spanish like English?
Vowels are more stable; do not use English diphthongs.