# French: The Back-of-Throat R

Difficulty: beginner

The French 'r' is uvular. Instead of rolling your tongue like in Spanish, keep the tip of your tongue down behind your bottom teeth and vibrate the back of your throat slightly.

## Related Vocabulary

| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [rouge](https://useorphi.com/learn/french/how-to-say/red.md) | /ʁˈuʒ/ | red |
| [regarder](https://useorphi.com/learn/french/how-to-say/to-look-to-watch.md) | /ʁəɡaʁdˈe/ | to look / to watch |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is "The Back-of-Throat R" in French?

The French 'r' is uvular. Instead of rolling your tongue like in Spanish, keep the tip of your tongue down behind your bottom teeth and vibrate the back of your throat slightly.

### Is this grammar topic for beginners?

This topic is at the beginner level. It is a great starting point for new learners.

## Related Grammar Topics

- [Nasal Vowels & Silent Consonants](https://useorphi.com/learn/french/grammar/nasal-vowels-silent-consonants.md) (beginner)
- [The Silent Endings](https://useorphi.com/learn/french/grammar/the-silent-endings.md) (beginner)
- [The Liaison Rule](https://useorphi.com/learn/french/grammar/the-liaison-rule.md) (beginner)

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