How to Pronounce WORCESTERSHIRE -- AMERICAN ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION

How to Pronounce WORCESTERSHIRE -- AMERICAN ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

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The video tutorial addresses the common challenge of pronouncing the word 'Worcestershire'. It begins by acknowledging the difficulty even native English speakers face with this word. The tutorial then explains the British origin of the word, linking it to the city of Worcester in England. A detailed phonetic breakdown follows, guiding viewers through the correct pronunciation by focusing on syllables, stress, and the schwa sound. The video concludes with additional resources for further learning and encourages viewers to explore more content on Rachel's English.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main topic discussed in the introduction of the video?

The history of Worcestershire sauce

The difficulty of pronouncing certain words

The origin of the word 'Worcestershire'

Cooking recipes using Worcestershire sauce

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Worcestershire sauce first made?

Manchester, England

Worcester, England

London, England

New Hampshire, USA

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which syllable in 'Worcestershire' is stressed according to the video?

The third syllable

The second syllable

The first syllable

None of the syllables

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sound is used in the last syllable of 'Worcestershire'?

The 'ah' sound

The 'ee' sound

The 'oo' sound

The 'uh' sound

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the video encourage viewers to do after learning the pronunciation?

Watch more cooking videos

Continue learning with Rachel's English

Try making Worcestershire sauce

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