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What is the primary focus of the lesson in the video clip?
What is the primary focus of the lesson in the video clip?
What grammatical structure is discussed regarding the phrase 'it's worth'?
What grammatical structure is discussed regarding the phrase 'it's worth'?
How do native speakers typically pronounce 'going to' in fast speech?
How do native speakers typically pronounce 'going to' in fast speech?
What does the author suggest about the phrase 'sum of the' in spoken English?
What does the author suggest about the phrase 'sum of the' in spoken English?
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What is the recommended response if a friend asks about subscribing to J4S English?
What is the recommended response if a friend asks about subscribing to J4S English?
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What kind of examples does the speaker provide in the lesson?
What kind of examples does the speaker provide in the lesson?
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What does the speaker imply about the use of contractions in native English speech?
What does the speaker imply about the use of contractions in native English speech?
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What is suggested as a way to sound more like a native speaker?
What is suggested as a way to sound more like a native speaker?
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What quality does the noun 'believability' refer to?
What quality does the noun 'believability' refer to?
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Which phrase indicates readiness to act?
Which phrase indicates readiness to act?
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In informal conversation, how can 'alright' be used?
In informal conversation, how can 'alright' be used?
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What does the phrase 'let's do it' signify?
What does the phrase 'let's do it' signify?
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What does 'it's go time' imply in a given scenario?
What does 'it's go time' imply in a given scenario?
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How do native speakers often pronounce 'all right'?
How do native speakers often pronounce 'all right'?
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What does the sentence 'the story lacked believability' convey?
What does the sentence 'the story lacked believability' convey?
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Which of the following concepts is suggested to improve English fluency?
Which of the following concepts is suggested to improve English fluency?
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What does 'let's go' typically express?
What does 'let's go' typically express?
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Which expression would most likely be used to build excitement before an event?
Which expression would most likely be used to build excitement before an event?
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What does it mean to 'be frank'?
What does it mean to 'be frank'?
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Which phrase is commonly used to express having to disclose an uncomfortable truth?
Which phrase is commonly used to express having to disclose an uncomfortable truth?
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What does 'icky' typically describe?
What does 'icky' typically describe?
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What does it mean to 'reflect on' something?
What does it mean to 'reflect on' something?
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What is meant by the expression 'crank it up'?
What is meant by the expression 'crank it up'?
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Which of the following describes an interjection's function?
Which of the following describes an interjection's function?
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What does the term 'the scoop' refer to?
What does the term 'the scoop' refer to?
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In informal spoken English, how does 'got to' often change?
In informal spoken English, how does 'got to' often change?
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When someone says 'I have to level with you,' what tone do they convey?
When someone says 'I have to level with you,' what tone do they convey?
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Which of the following describes an expression meant to ease into a new idea?
Which of the following describes an expression meant to ease into a new idea?
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What does it mean if someone's performance is described as 'slipping'?
What does it mean if someone's performance is described as 'slipping'?
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What is a function of contractions in spoken English?
What is a function of contractions in spoken English?
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What does the phrase 'going down' suggest in the context of performance?
What does the phrase 'going down' suggest in the context of performance?
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Study Notes
Fast Native Speaker English
- Understanding native speech: Video focuses on improving comprehension of fast native English speech.
- Missing words: Learners complete missing words in provided audio clips.
- Practice: Students listen to clips twice to improve comprehension.
Contractions and Reduced Sounds
- Contractions: Native English speakers frequently use contractions (e.g., "gonna" for "going to").
- Unstressed syllables: Contractions often feature unstressed syllables, making them challenging to identify.
- Pronunciation: Native speakers combine sounds to make pronunciation smoother and less distinct.
- Examples: "gonna," "gotta," "of the" becoming "uh sum of the."
Grammar and Vocabulary
- Gerunds with "worth": The phrase "It's worth [gerund verb]" is prevalent in English.
- Example: "It's worth trying."
- "To be worth": Indicates something is desirable or beneficial.
- Synonyms: Equivalent phrases, such as "totally worth it," reinforce this idea.
- Example: "It's totally worth it!"
"To be frank" and related words
- "To be frank": Expresses honesty.
- "Icky": Informal word for unpleasant, gross, or distasteful.
- "Pretty": Used as an intensifier.
- Example: "To be frank, your performance has been slipping."
"To level with someone"
- Definition: Sharing a surprising or uncomfortable truth.
- Informal: Frequent inclusion of the contraction "gotta"
- Example: "I gotta level with you; I don't like ice cream."
Reflecting and Thinking
- "Reflect on": Thinking deeply and carefully about something, usually before making decisions.
- Combining preposition and verb: Accurate preposition usage is integral to correct spoken English.
- Example: "I reflected on the meeting."
"You know what"
- Use: Interjection introducing an idea or creating a pause in a conversation.
"The scoop" and "crank up"
- Scoop: Insider information, latest details.
- Example: "Get the scoop on the new project."
- Crank up: Increase intensity, volume, or level of something.
"All right," "Let's do it," "It's go time"
- "All right": Interjection or confirmation, expressing agreement or readiness.
- "Let's do it": Informal expression to show agreement or eagerness to act.
- "It's go time": Expression that conveys the readiness or impetus to begin.
- Reducing sounds: Reduction in pronunciation of "all right" and beginning words.
- Examples: "All right, let's do it." and "It's go time!"
Additional Resources
- Free lesson PDF: Downloadable guide with tips for fluent English.
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Description
Test your understanding of fast native English speech in this quiz. You'll complete missing words from audio clips, enhancing your listening comprehension and ability to recognize contractions and reduced sounds. Improve your fluency by practicing with real examples.
