Lipreading

From the chronicles

Learn to read lips No. 28

When learning to read lips, context can make it seem obvious what someone is saying. In this case, the context is the duct tape and how it is used. Try it out in the video below! It’s essential to remain flexible and let go of what you initially thought you saw if it doesn’t fit. […]

Learn how to read lips No. 27

The topic of a conversation provides important lipreading cues. A word can have different meanings depending on its surrounding words or context. If I say the word “flour,” you might think of a flowery alpine meadow rather than the flour used to bake bread. When we say someone took our words “out of context,” we […]

Learn how to read lips No. 26

Lipreading, like any skill, gets better with practice. A useful technique is to substitute sounds that are visually similar. Substitution skill will support you in making educated guesses. Try it out in the video below! I have created a free series of ten lessons on YouTube that provides a foundation in lipreading theory. […]

Learn how to read lips No. 25

It’s so much easier to read lips when you know the topic! Can you guess the last word of the sentence when you know the topic in the video below? Related post: Learn how to read lips No. 24

Lipreading the Desiderata

Desiderata has been a fixture in my home since forever. In remember as a child fixing my gaze on the last line: “Strive to be happy.” Can you lipread another two lines from Desiderata in the video below? Related post: Learn how to read lips #24

Learn how to read lips No. 22

Context plays a vital role in lip reading. Knowing the topic, setting, what just happened, and what is about to happen will help you to anticipate what others are saying. Try it out in this video below! Related post: Learn how to read lips No. 21

Learn how to read lips No. 24

Lipreading, like any skill, gets better with practice. A useful technique is to substitute sounds that look the same. Substitution skill will support you in making educated guesses. Watch this video to try it out! Check out my free Lipreading Challenge on YouTube. You can book a one-to-one lipreading lesson with me. Or, get two […]

Learn how to read lips No. 23

I am always amazed at how well people can read lips when given enough context. Some people need more than others. The joy of discovery is just as strong when they figure it out. Try it out with this video! Related post: Learn how to read lips No. 22