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When standing alone, the Initials "J", "Q", and "X" all carry the vowel "i" with them.  Click on the initial to hear the pronunciation.  Notice that the pronunciation of "Q" and "X" is very different than that of the English "Q" and "X."

 

Ji                               "J" like in "Jeep"

 

Qi                           "Ch" like in "Cheese"

 

Xi                             "Sh" like in "Sheep"  *To pronounce this sound correctly try to keep your teeth closed

                                                                                     and your tongue on the bottom of your mouth.