How to say UNFORTUNATELY in American English

This video tutorial teaches how to pronounce the word 'Unfortunately'. It breaks down the word into syllables, highlighting the stressed and unstressed parts, and provides techniques for correct pronunciation. The tutorial also covers the use of a stop T and offers examples from different speakers. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with more content.

What is the syllable stress pattern for the word 'Unfortunately'?

• Stress on the first syllable

• Stress on the second syllable

• Stress on the third syllable

• Stress on the fourth syllable

Which vowel sound is used in the first syllable of 'Unfortunately'?

• The 'uh' as in 'butter'

• The 'o' as in 'pot'

• The 'e' as in 'bed'

• The 'a' as in 'cat'

What is the role of the F consonant in the word 'Unfortunately'?

• It is pronounced with the tongue touching the roof of the mouth

• It is pronounced with the lips rounded

• It is silent

• It is pronounced with the bottom lip touching the top front teeth

How is the CH sound in 'Unfortunately' represented?

• By the letters T and U

• By the letters C and H

• By the letters S and H

• By the letters T and C

Why is a stop T used in the word 'Unfortunately'?

• Because the next sound is a vowel

• Because it is at the end of the word

• Because it is a stressed syllable

• Because the next sound is a consonant

What is a characteristic of the modified L in 'Unfortunately'?

• The tongue tip touches the roof of the mouth

• The tongue tip stays down

• The tongue tip comes through the teeth

• The tongue tip is silent

What additional resources are suggested for further learning?

• Rachel's English website and online courses

• A thesaurus

• A dictionary

• A grammar book