How to Say BE CAREFUL! American English Pronunciation

The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation of the phrase 'be careful'. It is part of a series that examines common phrases and their pronunciation. The tutorial provides a detailed breakdown of the phrase, highlighting the stress on the middle syllable and explaining the articulation of each sound. The video also offers additional resources for learning and encourages viewers to engage with more content from Rachel's English.

What is the stress pattern of the phrase 'be careful'?

• Stress on the middle syllable

• Stress on the first syllable

• No stress on any syllable

• Stress on the last syllable

How should the lips be positioned when pronouncing the 'B' consonant in 'be'?

• Lips should be rounded

• Lips should be together

• Lips should be relaxed

• Lips should be apart

What is the position of the tongue tip when pronouncing the 'E' vowel in 'be'?

• Touching the back of the bottom front teeth

• Touching the roof of the mouth

• Not touching anything

• Touching the top front teeth

Which part of the tongue is used to transition into the 'K' consonant in 'care'?

• Middle of the tongue

• Tip of the tongue

• Back of the tongue

• Front of the tongue

What happens to the jaw when pronouncing the stressed vowel in 'care'?

• The jaw moves up

• The jaw drops a good bit

• The jaw drops a little

• The jaw stays still

How is the 'F' sound in 'ful' produced?

• By pressing the lips together

• By keeping the lips apart

• By rounding the lips

• By bringing the bottom lip to the top front teeth

What is the common American pronunciation of the 'ful' part in 'careful'?

• Pronouncing both the schwa and dark L sounds

• Only pronouncing the schwa sound

• Only pronouncing the dark L sound

• Pronouncing neither the schwa nor dark L sounds