Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda - American English Pronunciation!

Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda - American English Pronunciation!

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English

9th - 10th Grade

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This video tutorial by Rachel's English focuses on the pronunciation of reduced forms in American English, specifically 'should've', 'would've', and 'could've'. It explains how these reductions occur by dropping certain sounds and provides examples in sentences. The video also covers the reduction of negative forms like 'should not' to 'shouldn't'. Viewers are encouraged to practice these reductions to sound more natural in conversation. Additional resources and subscription information are provided for further learning.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does the term 'Shuda Woulda Could't' refer to in American English?

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Explain the process of reducing 'should have' in spoken American English.

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What are the vowel sounds present in the words 'sugar', 'woulda', and 'could'?

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What is the significance of the phrase 'Should've would've could've' in American English?

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How do Americans typically pronounce 'should not' in casual conversation?

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