Visit Coney Island! (And Study American English Pronunciation)

This video explores American English pronunciation through real-life examples at Coney Island. It covers silent letters, the unaccented E sound, flap T, and common reductions. The video provides practical tips for linking and reducing words in speech, enhancing natural English communication. Viewers are encouraged to practice these techniques in real-life settings and explore additional resources for further learning.

What is unique about the pronunciation of the word 'island'?

• The 's' is pronounced.

• The 'd' is pronounced as 't'.

• The 'i' is silent.

• The 's' is silent.

Which of the following words has a silent 's'?

• All of the above

• Arkansas

• Island

• Debris

What is a common mistake made by Russian and Polish speakers with the unaccented 'E' sound?

• They pronounce it as 'o'.

• They make it sound like 'air'.

• They skip it entirely.

• They pronounce it too high.

Which word is reduced to 'cause' in casual speech?

• Because

• It's

• Her

• Them

In the phrase 'ask her', what happens to the 'h' in 'her'?

• It is pronounced clearly.

• It is replaced with 't'.

• It is emphasized.

• It is dropped.

What is the effect of linking words in English pronunciation?

• It makes speech sound more natural.

• It makes speech harder to understand.

• It makes speech sound choppy.

• It makes speech slower.

What is the main focus of the conversation at Coney Island?

• Learning about American culture.

• Practicing pronunciation and reduction in real-life situations.

• Exploring different accents.

• Discussing the history of Coney Island.