How to Pronounce VACATION -- American English

The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation of the word 'vacation', emphasizing its three syllables with stress on the middle one. It provides a detailed breakdown of the sounds, including the V consonant, diphthongs, and the SH sound. The tutorial encourages viewers to practice by making sentences and sharing them. It concludes with a call to explore additional resources on Rachel's English website and YouTube channel.

What is the stress pattern of the word 'vacation'?

• Stress on the last syllable

• Stress on the middle syllable

• Stress on the first syllable

• No stress on any syllable

Which sound does the word 'vacation' start with?

• SH consonant sound

• V consonant sound

• A diphthong sound

• K consonant sound

What is the role of the jaw in pronouncing the stressed syllable of 'vacation'?

• The jaw does not move at all

• The jaw drops slightly more than in the unstressed syllable

• The jaw moves side to side

• The jaw remains closed

What is the final syllable sound in 'vacation'?

• SH sound

• V sound

• A sound

• K sound

What does the instructor encourage viewers to do after learning the word 'vacation'?

• Practice the word and explore more resources

• Forget about the word

• Only watch the video once

• Avoid using the word in sentences