Word Stress and -ING Verbs: American English Pronunciation

Word Stress and -ING Verbs: American English Pronunciation

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains the word stress in ING verbs, highlighting that the ING form adds an unstressed syllable. It provides examples like 'standing' and 'seeing' to illustrate the subtle differences in pronunciation. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of maintaining contrast between stressed and unstressed syllables. Additional examples such as 'doing', 'following', 'hoping', and 'wondering' are discussed. The video concludes with a reminder to explore further resources for improving English pronunciation.

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways can the pronunciation of 'I'm seeing' differ in everyday speech?

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What are some examples of verbs that follow the ING form and how do they demonstrate word stress?

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