In this first course of The Pronunciation of American English specialization, you will learn and practice all of the consonant sounds of American English, including some pairs of consonants that are especially tricky. Each week you will receive practical advice from successful English learners and practice an effective technique called shadowing to improve your pronunciation of consonant sounds. You will also have opportunities to record yourself and to respond to the recordings of other learners.
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Welcome
Welcome to Consonants of American English Pronunciation! In this course, you’ll practice all the consonant sounds of American English—like the first sounds in “town,” “zoo,” or “night.” You’ll also practice some pairs of consonant sounds that may be confusing, like the first sounds in “thick” and “sick” or “boat” and “vote.” Some of these consonant sounds will probably be very easy for you, but some may be more of a challenge. Don’t give up. Keep listening to the sounds, learning about how they’re pronounced, and practicing the ones you find difficult. Good luck practicing the pronunciation of the consonant sounds of American English.
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1 vidéo (Total 2 min), 1 lecture
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Introduction to Consonants
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8 vidéos (Total 28 min), 9 lectures, 5 quiz
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Consonants Part 1
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11 vidéos (Total 58 min), 9 lectures, 5 quiz
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Consonants Part 2
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9 vidéos (Total 44 min), 9 lectures, 5 quiz
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Consonant Challenges
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9 vidéos (Total 50 min), 9 lectures, 5 quiz
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Meilleurs avis pour CONSONANTS OF AMERICAN ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION
par VB19 oct. 2021
It was a very practical course. They explain how to pronounce the consonants. And the quizzes are all listening exercises, that way your listening skills can improve.
par J5 sept. 2021
Excellent! I have learned a lot and my pronunciation have improved so much that I sound almost like another person now haha Thank you so much.
par IT2 déc. 2021
I am really grateful for this experience. Especially, Miss Meg Parker for her clear instructions and Miss Marla Yoshida and Helen Nam for their fun practices.
par MM6 août 2022
The course helped me correct many issues with my pronunciation, as well as identify some I was not aware of! Thank you!
À propos du Spécialisation The Pronunciation of American English
This specialization is intended for anyone who wants to achieve clearer, more understandable pronunciation of American English to help them communicate more easily and effectively. Through these four courses, you will learn about and practice consonant and vowel sounds, along with aspects of the “music” of English, including word stress, intonation, and connected speech. Clearer pronunciation leads to success in business, education, or any field where English is required.
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