Long ‘e’ Spelling and Pronunciation for Better IELTS Scores

The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation and spelling of the long E sound, often referred to as the 'smile sound.' It highlights common mistakes made by non-native speakers, especially with words ending in 'y.' The tutorial provides various spelling patterns for the long E sound, such as 'ee,' 'ie,' and 'e,' and offers practice techniques to improve pronunciation. It also discusses the complexities of the IE sound due to English's diverse linguistic roots. The video concludes with encouragement to practice these sounds for better pronunciation.

What is the 'smile sound' and why is it important in pronunciation?

• A sound that requires shouting, important for volume

• A sound that requires frowning, important for clarity

• A sound that requires smiling, important for correct pronunciation

• A sound that requires whispering, important for emphasis

Which spelling of the long E sound is commonly found at the end of words?

• IE

• Y

• EA

• EE

What is a recommended method to improve pronunciation of the long E sound?

• Whisper the sound softly

• Exaggerate the sound by making it longer and louder

• Say the sound quickly and quietly

• Ignore the sound in practice

Which of the following is NOT a spelling of the long E sound discussed in the lesson?

• EE

• OU

• EA

• IE

Why is mastering the pronunciation of the long E sound challenging?

• Because it requires no practice

• Because the long E sound is rarely used

• Because English has a limited number of sounds

• Because English has diverse linguistic roots