zz

In the following lesson, the 'zz' digraph will be discussed in terms of its phonetic representations.

Digraphs are pairs of letters that combine to produce a distinct sound.

Digraph	zz
Name	zz (pronounced /ziː ziː/)
Common Sound(s)	/z/, /ts/

Digraph 'zz'

Sound 1: /z/

The 'zz' digraph in this sound produces a voiced /z/ sound, which is smooth and continuous, vibrating the vocal cords.

Example

jazz /dʒæz/

fizzle /ˈfɪzəl/

puzzle /ˈpʌzəl/

blizzard /ˈblɪ.zɚd/

Sound: /ts/

The 'zz' digraph here creates a sharp, voiceless sound by briefly blocking the airflow with the tongue and then releasing it, often followed by a short burst.

Example

pizza /ˈpiːtsə/

paparazzi /ˌpɑpəˈɹɑtsi/

mozzarella /mɑtsəˈɹɛlə/

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- Sound 1: /z/
- Sound: /ts/

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Digraph 'zz'

Sound 1: /z/

Sound: /ts/

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