Pronunciation of 'Alternative'

The video tutorial explains how to pronounce the word 'alternative'. It breaks down the word into its syllables: 'all', 'tur', 'na', and 'dev'. Each syllable is explained in detail, focusing on sounds like the dark L, schwa, and flap T. The tutorial emphasizes the primary stress on 'alter' and provides a recap of the pronunciation.

What is the effect of the dark 'l' on the 'ah' sound in the first syllable of 'alternative'?

• It makes the 'ah' sound clearer.

• It muffles the 'ah' sound slightly.

• It changes the 'ah' sound to an 'ee' sound.

• It has no effect on the 'ah' sound.

Which part of the word 'alternative' is emphasized with primary stress?

• The entire word

• The last part 'native'

• The middle part 'ter'

• The first syllable 'all'

Which of the following words has a similar 'ter' sound as in 'alternative'?

• Tear

• Term

• Tire

• Tear

How does the 't' sound in 'native' of 'alternative' differ from a regular 't' sound?

• It is pronounced as a hard 't'.

• It is pronounced as a flap 't', similar to a light 'd'.

• It is pronounced as a silent 't'.

• It is pronounced as a 'th' sound.

What sound follows the 'n' in the 'native' part of 'alternative'?

• A schwa sound

• A short 'i' sound

• A long 'e' sound

• A long 'a' sound