How to Pronounce 'Gonna' and 'Wanna': American English

The video tutorial explains the casual pronunciations 'wanna' and 'gonna', derived from 'want to' and 'going to'. It covers when these forms are appropriate, their phonetic characteristics, and usage rules. The tutorial also provides examples to illustrate correct usage in sentences.

In which situation is it more appropriate to use 'wanna' instead of 'want to'?

• In a casual chat with a friend

• During a formal presentation

• In a job interview

• When writing a business email

What is the primary vowel sound in the first syllable of 'wanna' and 'gonna'?

• As in 'butter'

• As in 'cat'

• As in 'father'

• As in 'see'

Why can't 'wants to' be shortened to 'wanna'?

• Because 'wanna' is used for future tense

• Because 'wants to' is already short

• Because 'wanna' is not a real word

• Because 'wanna' is only for 'want to'

Which of the following is the correct contraction for 'we are going to'?

• We gonna

• We're gonna

• We are gonna

• We gonna be

What is the main reason for shortening 'going to' into 'gonna'?

• To add a pause for effect

• To speak more quickly and fluidly

• To emphasize the verb

• To make the sentence sound more formal