How to Pronounce YESTERDAY - American English Pronunciation

The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation of the word 'yesterday', highlighting its three syllables with stress on the first. It provides a detailed breakdown of the sounds, including the Y consonant, vowel sounds, and the schwa sound. The tutorial offers tips for correct tongue positioning and encourages practice by making sentences and sharing them. It concludes with a call to explore more resources on Rachel's English.

What is the correct tongue position for pronouncing the Y sound in 'yesterday'?

• Tip of the tongue down

• Tip of the tongue up

• Tongue touching the bottom teeth

• Tongue touching the back of the mouth

Which vowel sound is used in the middle of the word 'yesterday'?

• As in 'boot'

• As in 'sit'

• As in 'cat'

• As in 'bed'

What is the correct way to pronounce the schwa sound in 'yesterday'?

• As a loud and high pitch sound

• As a long 'a' sound

• As a short 'i' sound

• As a quiet and lower pitch sound

What should you ensure when pronouncing the diphthong in 'day'?

• Keep the lips tight

• Raise the tongue tip

• Drop the jaw for the first half

• Keep the jaw closed

What is the final step suggested for practicing the word 'yesterday'?

• Write it down multiple times

• Record a sentence using the word

• Listen to it repeatedly

• Ignore the word