"t" in "must" and "mustn't"

[Constantinos]

Hello,

I know that the "t" in "must" shouldn't be pronounced when the next word begins with a vowel. My question is : "Does the same rule apply in the negative to the last "t" in "mustn't".

ex. You mustn't complain.


Thank you,

Constantinos

[Tdol]

It's silent for me.

[rogusx]

Originally Posted by Constantinos

Hello,

I know that the "t" in "must" shouldn't be pronounced when the next word begins with a vowel

Shouldn't that read "the 't' in 'must' shouldn't be pronounced when the next word begins with a CONSONANT'? That elision is a common feature of connected speech. However, in careful speech, some would say it should ALWAYS be pronounced.