British Accents: LIVERPOOL / SCOUSE

British Accents: LIVERPOOL / SCOUSE

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English

6th - 7th Grade

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The video explores regional British accents, focusing on the Scouse accent from Liverpool. It introduces common Scouse vocabulary and highlights pronunciation differences compared to standard British English. Key features include the fricative 't', the 'k' sound, and vowel variations. The video also discusses unique Scouse pronunciations of words like 'something' and 'nothing'.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the term used to refer to people from Liverpool?

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What are some words that Scousers use that differ from standard British English?

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How does the pronunciation of 'T' differ in a Scouse accent compared to standard British English?

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What is a common feature of the Scouse accent regarding the 'K' sound?

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Can you explain the difference in vowel sounds between standard British English and Scouse?

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What is the significance of Cilla Black in relation to the Scouse accent?

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How do Scousers pronounce the words 'something' and 'nothing' differently?

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