The Sounds of English-Clear & Correct American Pronunciation

Learn to use mouth, lips and tongue to pronounce English sounds clearly & correctly. Tips for practicing pronunciation.
Instructed by: Loretta Huether | Subject: Language, English Language

Description

In this course we will go back to the basics. -Why English pronunciation is so difficult - The basic sounds of the English alphabet - Commonly mispronounced words - Long and short vowels - Introduction to phonetic spelling - Problem sounds like the "TH" "R" "L" "V" "W" - Ear training with children's nursery rhymes - Muscle training with tongue twisters - Tips for improving your pronunciation at home - Links and resources for pronunciation and ear training

Outcome

1. Understand why English pronunciation is so difficult. Hear the difference between long vowels and short vowels. Better pronounce difficult sounds like the “TH" , “R” , “L” “V” “W” Hear the rhythm and melody of English. Better understand English speakers. Use a dictionary to find out the pronunciation of words.
2. How to use the muscles of the tongue, lips and mouth to get the right sound.

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Course Info

• 17 Lectures
• 1 Hour
• Language: English
• Subject: Language, English Language
• Instructed by: Loretta Huether
• Last updated on November 2017
• Platform: Udemy