JJ sound in 'Could You?' -- American English Pronunciation

JJ sound in 'Could You?' -- American English Pronunciation

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English

9th - 10th Grade

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The video tutorial explains the occurrence of j and ch sounds in American English when the word 'you' follows a T or D sound. It provides examples like 'could you' and 'want you' to illustrate how these sounds blend due to mouth positioning. The tutorial also discusses the difference between casual and formal pronunciation, emphasizing that while separate D and Y sounds are correct, the blended sounds are common in casual speech. The video concludes with additional examples to clarify these concepts.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What happens to the pronunciation of 'you' when it follows a T or D sound?

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What are some examples given in the video that illustrate the pronunciation of 'you'?

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How does mouth position affect the pronunciation of 'you' in American English?

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What is the significance of the oo vowel sound in the context of the video?

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Can you explain the relationship between the sounds 'jj' and 'ch' in casual conversation?

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