How to Pronounce GRADUATE - Word of the Week - American English

This video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation of the word 'graduate' in its various forms. It covers the verb, noun, and adjective pronunciations, emphasizing the stress on syllables and the articulation of sounds. The tutorial provides a detailed guide on tongue positioning and sound production, encouraging viewers to practice and apply the pronunciation in sentences. The video concludes with an invitation to engage with more resources on Rachel's English platform.

What is the primary stress pattern for the word 'graduate'?

• Equal stress on all syllables

• Stress on the last syllable

• Stress on the first syllable

• Stress on the second syllable

Which part of the tongue is involved in making the GR consonant cluster?

• The back part of the tongue

• The sides of the tongue

• The tip of the tongue

• The front part of the tongue

What vowel sound is used in the unstressed syllable of 'graduate'?

• AA vowel sound

• OU vowel sound

• EE vowel sound

• OO vowel sound

In the verb form of 'graduate', what type of T sound is typically used?

• A flapped T

• A stop T

• A voiced T

• A silent T

What does the instructor encourage viewers to do after learning the pronunciation?

• Record a video response

• Take a quiz

• Write an essay

• Read a book