The Ramblings of R

Why does the letter “R” make such a wide array of sounds across languages? Trace the origins of “R” as both a letter and a sound. Discover why it is such an odd letter and why it is often one of the last sounds mastered by children as they learn language. Also, look at the unusual graphic transformation of the letter “R” when written in cursive.

English
  • Originally Aired May 19, 2023
  • Runtime 25 minutes
  • Network USA The Great Courses
  • Created December 16, 2023 by
    APreternaturalArchivist
  • Modified December 16, 2023 by
    APreternaturalArchivist