Pronunciation of 'ed' Endings

This lesson from Skype English School, taught by Anna, focuses on perfect pronunciation, specifically the pronunciation of words ending in 'ed'. The lesson covers three different sounds for 'ed' endings: 'du', 't', and 'id', along with rules to determine which sound to use. The lesson includes detailed explanations and examples for each sound, followed by practice sentences. The session concludes with a review of the key points discussed.

What is the main focus of today's lesson?

• Vocabulary building

• Listening skills

• Perfect pronunciation of 'ed' endings

• Grammar rules for verbs

How many different sounds are there for words ending in 'ed'?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which sound is used for past tense verbs ending with a voiced consonant or vowel?

• T

• None of the above

• Du

• Id

Where should the tip of the tongue be placed to produce the 'du' sound?

• In the middle of the mouth

• Against the upper gum ridge

• Against the roof of the mouth

• Against the lower teeth

Which of the following words is pronounced with a 'du' sound?

• Finished

• Loved

• Guided

• Typed

What is the characteristic of the 't' sound?

• Voiced

• Voiceless

• Aspirated

• Silent

Which word is an example of the 't' sound?

• Ended

• Judged

• Placed

• Waited

How is the 'id' sound produced?

• As a whispered sound

• As a nasal sound

• As a silent sound

• As a separate syllable

Which of the following words is pronounced with an 'id' sound?

• Robbed

• Trapped

• Washed

• Guided

In the sentence 'She mailed the letter', which sound is used for 'mailed'?

• Du

• None of the above

• T

• Id