English Pronunciation Vowel Length Affected by Ending Consonant American Accent 1895

The video tutorial explains how the length of a vowel in a word can be affected by the final consonant. Words ending in unvoiced consonants tend to have shorter vowel sounds compared to those ending in voiced consonants. The tutorial provides examples such as 'wreck' vs. 'rag' and 'head' vs. 'hit' to illustrate this concept. It also addresses a viewer's question about differentiating between 'fall' and 'fault', highlighting the role of the stop T in altering vowel length. The lesson concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding these phonetic nuances.

What is the general rule regarding the length of one-syllable words that end in unvoiced consonants?

How does the final consonant affect the vowel length in words like 'can' and 'can't'?

How does the presence of voiced consonants at the end of words affect their length?

Can you explain the difference in pronunciation between 'head' and 'hit'?

What is the significance of the stop T in the words 'fall' and 'fault'?