WANT vs. WON'T Pronunciation - American English

WANT vs. WON'T Pronunciation - American English

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

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The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation differences between the words 'want' and 'won't' in American English. It explains the common pronunciations, highlighting the differences in vowel sounds and the T sound. The tutorial also covers the diphthong in 'won't' and the associated lip movements. The video concludes with additional resources and subscription information for further learning.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

The history of the English language

Common English idioms

Pronunciation of 'want' and 'won't'

Grammar rules in English

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sound is often not fully pronounced in American English?

The 'O' sound

The 'N' sound

The 'T' sound

The 'W' sound

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a diphthong?

A consonant cluster

A type of consonant

Two vowel sounds in one syllable

A single vowel sound

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do the lips move when pronouncing 'won't'?

They stay relaxed throughout

They form a tight circle and then relax

They form a tight circle, relax, and then tighten again

They do not move at all

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key difference in lip movement between 'want' and 'won't'?

The initial lip rounding

The second lip rounding

The lip relaxation

The lip tightening

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do if you want help with pronouncing a word?

Email the instructor

Search online

Put it in the comments below the video

Ask a friend

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional resources does the instructor offer?

A book on American English pronunciation

A vocabulary list

A grammar guide

A history of English