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FLUENT ENGLISH: The “H” Reduction in American English Pronunciation Part 2

FLUENT ENGLISH: The “H” Reduction in American English Pronunciation Part 2

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video tutorial explores the common practice of dropping the H sound in unaccented English words like 'her', 'him', and 'his'. It emphasizes the importance of linking these words to the preceding word for natural speech flow. Various examples demonstrate this reduction in different contexts, highlighting its prevalence in conversational English. The tutorial encourages viewers to practice these reductions to enhance their understanding and usage in everyday conversations.

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what context is the phrase 'How was it to hold him?' used?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What examples are given in the video to illustrate the dropping of the H?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the overall message regarding the use of dropped H reductions in natural English?

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