How to Pronounce SAY, SAYS, and SAID: American English

The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation of the word 'say' and its variations. It explains the diphthong in 'say' and how it changes in the third person to 'says', with the final 's' pronounced as 'z'. The tutorial also covers the past tense form 'said', emphasizing the correct vowel and consonant sounds. Common pronunciation mistakes are highlighted, such as mispronouncing 'says'. The video concludes with a reminder to avoid these errors.

What diphthong is used in the base form of the verb 'say'?

• aɪ

• eɪ

• oʊ

• iː

How does the pronunciation of 'say' change in the third person?

• The diphthong changes to an 'i' sound.

• The diphthong changes to an 'e' sound.

• The diphthong remains the same.

• The diphthong changes to an 'o' sound.

In the third person form 'says', how is the final 's' pronounced?

• As an 's' sound

• As a 'z' sound

• As a 'sh' sound

• As a 'ch' sound

What vowel sound is used in the past tense 'said'?

• The 'o' sound

• The 'i' sound

• The 'e' sound

• The 'a' sound

What common mistake should be avoided when pronouncing 'he says'?

• Using an 'a' sound

• Using an 'e' sound

• Using an 'i' sound

• Using an 'o' sound