How to Pronounce IRON, IRONY & IRONIC | English Pronunciation

How to Pronounce IRON, IRONY & IRONIC | English Pronunciation

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

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This video tutorial explores the pronunciation of the words 'iron', 'irony', and 'ironic' in both British and American English. It highlights the differences in pronunciation, particularly focusing on the presence or absence of the 'R' sound. The video also touches on phonetic symbols and provides examples to clarify the pronunciation variations between the two dialects.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the British pronunciation of the word 'iron'?

I raw nick

I run

I yearn

Ah yin

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which English dialect is the 'R' sound pronounced in 'iron'?

Canadian

British

Australian

American

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a correct pronunciation of 'irony' in American English?

I raw nick

Irony

Aye, your knee

I RHONY

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is 'ironic' pronounced in British English?

I RHONY

I raw nick

I run

I yearn

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word has a different pronunciation in British and American English?

Ironic

All of the above

Irony

Iron