5 Questions
Which of the following best describes elision?
Omitting one or more sounds in a word or phrase to make it easier to pronounce
What is the purpose of elision in American English?
To make American English sound more casual
Which consonants are typically elided in American English?
T and D
In casual speech, how would you pronounce the word 'scripts'?
scrips
What change occurs in the word 'friendship' when pronounced in casual speech?
The 'i' sound is omitted
Test your knowledge of elision in American English with this quiz! Learn about the patterns of elision and how it can make your speech sound smoother and more natural. Practice identifying where sounds are omitted in words and phrases to improve your pronunciation skills.
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