7 English Words with Weird Pronunciation

7 English Words with Weird Pronunciation

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

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The video tutorial discusses the pronunciation of several words that often confuse English speakers. It covers 'diarrhea', 'apostrophe', 'gage', 'breakfast', 'epitome', 'leisure', and 'recipe', highlighting differences and similarities in British and American English pronunciations. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding these pronunciations for effective communication.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word is discussed in terms of its spelling and pronunciation differences between British and American English in the first section?

Apostrophe

Gage

Diarrhea

Leisure

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is 'apostrophe' pronounced in British English?

Apostrophe

Apostrofe

Apostropee

Apostroph

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the correct pronunciation of 'gage' in both British and American English?

Gagee

Gorge

Gag

Gage

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the third section, which word is noted for having a different pronunciation in British and American English?

Leisure

Breakfast

Recipe

Gage

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the British pronunciation of 'epitome'?

Epitome

Epitomy

Epitom

Epitomay