How to Pronounce English

The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation of the word 'English', explaining the stress patterns, vowel and consonant sounds, and tongue positioning required for accurate pronunciation. It includes a close-up demonstration and offers additional resources for further learning.

What is the stress pattern for the word 'English'?

• Equal stress

• Long-short

• No stress

• Short-long

Which vowel sound is closer to the pronunciation of 'English'?

• IT as in sit

• AH as in cat

• EE as in see

• OO as in boot

What happens to the 'if' vowel when followed by the 'ng' consonant?

• It disappears

• It becomes a diphthong

• It tightens up

• It becomes longer

How is the 'ng' sound in 'English' different from 'sing'?

• It includes a 'g' sound

• It is silent

• It is longer

• It is pronounced with a 'k' sound

What are the two ways to make the light 'L' sound?

• With the tongue tip touching the back of the throat or the roof of the mouth

• With the tongue tip touching the bottom teeth or the top teeth

• With the lips rounded or spread

• With the tongue tip touching the roof of the mouth or pressing up on the bottom of the top front teeth

What should you do with your lips for the 'sh' sound in 'English'?

• Round them

• Flare them

• Press them together

• Keep them neutral

What does Rachel's English Academy focus on?

• Grammar rules

• Conversational English and pronunciation

• Writing skills

• Listening comprehension