Pronunciation of 'Confirm' and 'Conform'

The video tutorial by Tarle Speech focuses on the pronunciation of the words 'confirm' and 'conform'. It explains the similarities in their initial sounds and the differences in their vowel sounds. The tutorial provides detailed instructions on mouth positioning for the 'er' and 'or' sounds, emphasizing the importance of word stress in pronunciation. The video concludes with practice sentences and encourages viewers to subscribe and explore more resources.

What is the main focus of the pronunciation lesson?

• The spelling of 'confirm' and 'conform'

• The difference between 'confirm' and 'conform'

• The meaning of 'confirm' and 'conform'

• The history of 'confirm' and 'conform'

What sound is common at the beginning of both 'confirm' and 'conform'?

• Schwa sound

• Long vowel sound

• Silent sound

• Diphthong sound

How should the tongue be positioned for the initial 'kun' sound?

• Curled back

• Pressed against the roof of the mouth

• Resting on the bottom of the mouth

• Touching the back of the top front teeth

What is the effect of the schwa sound in the initial syllable?

• It doubles the vowel

• It silences the vowel

• It elongates the vowel

• It makes the vowel very short

What vowel sound is emphasized in the word 'confirm'?

• Or sound

• Er sound

• Ah sound

• Ee sound

What is the key characteristic of the 'er' sound in 'confirm'?

• Wide open mouth

• Moving mouth position

• Closed lips

• Static mouth position

What should you avoid doing when making the 'F' sound?

• Touching your teeth

• Closing your lips

• Biting your tongue

• Opening your mouth wide

What vowel sound is emphasized in the word 'conform'?

• Or sound

• Ah sound

• Er sound

• Oo sound

How should the lips move for the 'or' sound in 'conform'?

• Open wide

• Stay static

• Close tightly

• Pucker then pull back

What is the main difference between the 'er' and 'or' sounds?

• Nasal sound

• Lip closure

• Tongue position

• Mouth movement