Pronunciation of P, T, and K

In English, the [p], [t] and [k] sounds at the beginning of a word are aspirated. In other words, they are released witha small puff of air.

In Spanish, the [p], [t] and [k] are never aspirated. The Spanish [t] is dental and the sound is made by placing the tongue against the back of the upper teeth.

The [k] in Spanish is like in english but is not aspirated. The same sound occurs when we place the letter c before consonants like in clase or before vowels such as a,o and u (casa, colores, ¿cómo?)

To English speakers the [p], [t] and [k] sound more like [b], [d] and [g].

As soon as I am able I will have some sound files or video to give you an idea of what I am talking about.