The Japanese language is known for its fascinating and complex phonetic system. One interesting aspect of this system is the concept of "youon (yō-on)（拗音)," which plays a significant role in the pronunciation of certain words and phrases.
Youon refers to a combination of sounds formed by adding smaller version of ya, yu or yo (ゃ, ゅ or ょ) to characters ending in vowel i. This fusion results in distinct pronunciation patterns and adds a unique touch to the language.
The examples of Youon
きょうと（京都） Kyoto Kyoto
びょういん（病院）Byooin Hospital
しゅうまつ（週末）Shuumatsu Weekend
チョコレート Chokoreeto Chocolate
きんぎょ（金魚） Kingyo Gold fish
りょうり（料理） Ryouri Cooking
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