Word Stress + Acronyms -- American English Pronunciation

The video tutorial explains the correct pronunciation of initials, emphasizing the stress on the last letter, as seen in examples like UN and CNN. It uses CVS as a case study to demonstrate stress analysis with speech software at Pratt. The tutorial also covers initials used in titles, such as MD and PhD, and business names like IBM, NPR, and PBS. The importance of mastering this aspect of American English pronunciation is highlighted to help learners sound more native.

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