How to Pronounce the Letter I - American English

The video tutorial discusses the complexities of English pronunciation, focusing on how letters do not always correspond to a single sound. It highlights the importance of using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) or consulting native speakers to learn correct pronunciation. The tutorial provides examples of how the letter 'I' can be pronounced differently in various words. It concludes by encouraging viewers to explore additional resources for improving their English pronunciation skills.

Why might the 'CH' in 'Chicago' and 'choice' be pronounced differently?

• Because 'CH' is a special case in English.

• Because English sounds do not always match the letters.

• Because English letters always have one sound.

• Because English pronunciation is consistent.

What sound does the letter 'I' make in the word 'time'?

• The 'E' vowel as in 'police'.

• The 'I' sound as in 'him'.

• The 'AI' diphthong as in 'time'.

• The 'app' vowel as in 'timbre'.

In the word 'police', what sound does the letter 'I' represent?

• The 'app' vowel.

• The 'AI' diphthong.

• The 'E' vowel.

• The schwa sound.

What is the recommended way to learn the correct pronunciation of a word?

• Use an online translator.

• Guess based on the spelling.

• Ask a non-native speaker.

• Consult a dictionary with IPA or listen to a native speaker.

What additional resources does the speaker suggest for improving pronunciation?

• Reading more books.

• Watching real-life English videos and learning IPA.

• Practicing with non-native speakers.

• Ignoring pronunciation and focusing on grammar.