Hurricane Sandy - American English Pronunciation

The video provides a detailed analysis of pronunciation in American English, focusing on words like 'hurricane', 'can', and 'weather'. It explains the nuances of syllable stress, flap T, and reductions in speech. The context is set against the backdrop of Hurricane Sandy, highlighting community support and recovery efforts. The video concludes with additional resources for further learning.

What is the syllable stress pattern for the word 'hurricane'?

• No stress on any syllable

• Stress on the third syllable

• Stress on the first syllable

• Stress on the second syllable

How is the 'T' in 'last night' typically pronounced?

• It is pronounced clearly

• As a flap T

• As a stop T

• It is often dropped

What happens to the 'T' in the word '30'?

• It is pronounced as a flap T

• It is pronounced clearly

• It is pronounced as a stop T

• It is dropped

How is 'going to' often reduced in casual speech?

• Gon

• Guna

• Goin

• Gonna

What is unique about the pronunciation of 'apartment'?

• The 'T' is pronounced clearly

• The 'T' is dropped

• The 'T' is pronounced as a stop T

• The 'T' is pronounced as a flap T

How is the word 'weather' pronounced when used as a noun and a verb?

• The same for both

• Differently for each

• With stress on the second syllable as a verb

• With stress on the second syllable as a noun

What community actions were taken after the hurricane?

• Offering free transportation

• Providing free meals

• Setting up charging stations

• Organizing community clean-ups