Glottal Stop [ʔ] - Pronunciation Guide

In Cockney English, the glottal stop is a very common feature, especially with the “t” sound. A glottal stop occurs when the “t” in the middle or end of a word is replaced by a brief pause or break in the sound, made by closing the vocal cords. Instead of fully pronouncing the “t,” there’s a sort of silent interruption. For example, in Cockney: • “Bottle” becomes “bo’le” (with a pause in place of the “t”). • “Water” is pronounced “wa’er.” • “Better” sounds like “be’er.” In standard British Engli