The /ə/ Vowel Sound (the, again) | The Schwa Sound | British Pronunciation

The /ə/ Vowel Sound (the, again) | The Schwa Sound | British Pronunciation

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains the schwa sound, a mid central vowel in English, often found in unstressed syllables. It is described as the laziest sound due to the minimal effort required to produce it. The tutorial provides examples of words containing the schwa sound and emphasizes its commonality in English. A practice sentence is included to help learners identify and pronounce the schwa sound correctly.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

In which types of words is the schwa sound commonly found?

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Provide an example sentence that includes the schwa sound.

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