How to Pronounce USED TO in American English

How to Pronounce USED TO in American English

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English

6th - 7th Grade

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This video tutorial by Rachel's English focuses on the pronunciation of the phrases 'used to' and 'supposed to'. It provides a detailed breakdown of the phonetic elements involved in pronouncing 'used to', including the use of schwa and the simplification of sounds. The video includes examples and practice sentences to help viewers understand and practice the correct pronunciation. It concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with more content and resources available on Rachel's English platform.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the video?

Improving writing skills

Pronouncing 'used to' and 'supposed to'

Understanding grammar rules

Learning new vocabulary

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When 'used to' is at the end of a sentence, what sound is emphasized?

A real vowel sound

A schwa sound

A silent sound

A consonant sound

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the 'S' and 'D' sounds in 'used to' when connected to an unvoiced consonant?

They become unvoiced

They are dropped

They remain the same

They become voiced

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can the pronunciation of 'used to' be simplified?

By lifting the tongue tip

By rounding the lips

By keeping the tongue tip down

By emphasizing the 'D' sound

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the tongue is used to make the 'T' sound in 'used to'?

The tip of the tongue

The back of the tongue

Just behind the tip of the tongue

The sides of the tongue

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the examples given in the video?

To demonstrate incorrect usage

To explain grammar rules

To practice the pronunciation of 'used to'

To show different meanings of 'used to'

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the video encourage viewers to do after watching?

Ignore the content

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