How To Pronounce Mountain #Shorts

The video tutorial discusses the complexities of English pronunciation, focusing on words like 'mountain', 'fountain', and 'Britain'. It highlights the differences between spelling and pronunciation, emphasizing the challenges learners face. The tutorial concludes with a reflection on the unpredictable nature of English pronunciation.

How is the word 'mountain' pronounced differently from its spelling?

• It is pronounced exactly as it is spelled.

• The 't' is silent, and it sounds like 'mounain'.

• The 'ou' is pronounced as 'oo', making it 'mootain'.

• The 'a' is silent, making it 'muntin'.

Which of the following words is pronounced similarly to 'mountain'?

• Fountain

• All of the above

• Maintain

• Britain

What is the common feature in the pronunciation of 'fountain' and 'Britain'?

• They both have a silent 't'.

• They both have a silent 'a'.

• They both have a silent 'n'.

• They both have a silent 'u'.

What does the speaker maintain about English pronunciation?

• It is similar to other languages.

• It is straightforward and easy to learn.

• It is logical and consistent.

• It is complex and can be confusing.

Which word is used to emphasize the complexity of English pronunciation?

• Maintain

• Britain

• Fountain

• Mountain