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That's a good question, because by the usual rules of English pronunciation, feather should have a long e sound, and if the word requires a short e sound it should be spelled fether instead. However, the English language is very complicated, and modern concepts of spelling and pronunciation evolved over a long period of time; many earlier concepts were different, and they have been preserved in the form of traditional spelling. Many people believe that English spelling should be reformed to make it more consistent, but so far that has not happened.
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Does feather have a long e or short e sound?
Oh, what a lovely question! The word "feather" has a long E sound, like the letter E in the word "bee." Isn't it wonderful how sounds can paint a beautiful picture in our minds? Just remember, there are no mistakes, only happy little accidents in the world of language.
Does feather has a short e sound?
Yes. The E has a short E sound as in net and test.
Does threat have a long e or short e sound?
It is the short e sound
Does she have a short e sound?
No. The E has a long E sound, as in he, me, and we.
Does red have a short e sound?
Yes. The E has a short E sound as in rest and bed.
Does manage have a short e sound?
No. It has a short A sound and a short I sound (man-ij). The E has no sound.
Does jet have a short e sound?
No, the word "jet" does not have a short e sound. It is pronounced with a short e sound, as in "eh."
Does luggage have a short E vowel sound?
No. There is a short U sound, and the A has a short I sound, but the E is silent.
Is shell a short e sound word?
Yes. The short "e" sound is the "eh" sound. The long E sound is heard in the contraction she'll.
Does blizzard have a short e sound?
No. There is no E or E sound. The I has a short I sound and the A is a schwa-R (ur).
Does get have a short e sound?
Yes. It has a short E sound as in bet and let.
Does seven have a short e sound?
Yes, the pronunciation of "seven" includes a short e sound.
