Ways to say "What?" - Be Polite in American English

This video tutorial focuses on how to ask for clarification in American English. It covers various phrases like 'what', 'pardon', and 'I'm sorry', emphasizing the importance of intonation. The video also explains the pronunciation of these phrases and provides examples of when to use them. Additionally, it introduces less common phrases like 'come again' and idiomatic expressions such as 'I didn't catch that'. The tutorial aims to help non-native speakers communicate more effectively by preparing them with practiced phrases.

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