100 MOST COMMON WORDS IN ENGLISH (8/11) Part 1

This video is part of a series on common English words, focusing on real pronunciation. It covers the pronunciation and reduction of words like 'than' and 'then', emphasizing the importance of reductions in natural speech. The video also discusses content words like 'now', 'look', and 'only', highlighting their pronunciation and common errors. The series aims to help learners understand the contrast between stressed and unstressed words in American English.

What is the main focus of the video series mentioned in the introduction?

• Practicing writing skills

• Improving grammar skills

• Studying real pronunciation and reductions

• Learning new vocabulary

How does the word 'than' change when used in natural speech?

• It remains fully pronounced

• It is pronounced with a strong 'a' sound

• It is pronounced with a schwa sound

• It becomes longer

In what context is the word 'then' typically used?

• To express surprise

• As a question word

• In timing sequences and conditional statements

• For comparisons

What is a key characteristic of good English according to the video?

• Using only stressed words

• Having a balance of stressed and unstressed words

• Avoiding reductions

• Using complex vocabulary

Which of the following is NOT a content word?

• Noun

• Preposition

• Verb

• Adverb

What is a common mistake in pronouncing the word 'only'?

• Rounding the lips too much

• Using a stationary mouth position

• Pronouncing it with a diphthong

• Dropping the jaw too much

What is the correct pronunciation of the 'OO' in 'look'?

• Like 'oo' in 'boot'

• Like 'oo' in 'food'

• Like 'oo' in 'book'

• Like 'oo' in 'moon'