Soft c

The video tutorial explains the different sounds made by the consonant letter C, known as hard C and soft C. Hard C sounds like 'k' and occurs when C is followed by letters other than E, I, or Y. Soft C sounds like 's' and occurs when C is followed by E, I, or Y. The tutorial provides examples and rules to help identify these sounds in words, emphasizing the importance of understanding these rules for correct pronunciation.

What is a hard C sound?

• A sound similar to 's'

• A sound similar to 'p'

• A sound similar to 'k'

• A sound similar to 't'

Which letter following a C will make it sound like 's'?

• U

• E

• O

• A

In the word 'city', why is the C soft?

• Because it is at the beginning of the word

• Because it is followed by an I

• Because it is followed by an O

• Because it is at the end of the word

Which of the following words contains a hard C sound?

• Cup

• Cider

• Cent

• Cell

What determines if the C in 'dance' is soft?

• The C is at the end of the word

• The C is followed by an E

• The C is at the beginning of the word

• The C is followed by an A

Which word has a soft C sound?

• Ice

• Corn

• Cup

• Color

What is the rule for identifying a soft C sound?

• C is at the beginning of a word

• C is followed by E, I, or Y

• C is at the end of a word

• C is followed by A, O, or U