Spanish pronunciation: Vocales simples - /e/

Sample pronunciation audio

Start with one sample audio file for vocales simples - /e/.

Quick tip

Keep vowels short and pure, without gliding.

Letters and IPA

Practice words

• mesa

• leche

• verde

• tener

• pequeño

Minimal pairs

• mesa / misa
• peso / piso
• leche / lucha
• pero / perro
• pequeño / paqueno

How to produce this sound

The Spanish /e/ is a clear, short 'e' as in 'bed'. Keep your tongue mid-high and lips relaxed.

Common mix-ups

• pero / perro
• mesa / misa
• leche / lucha
• peso / piso
• pequeño / paqueno

Closest comparison

bed, pen, red, ten, men