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Elision can help your American English sound ______ and more natural
Elision can help your American English sound ______ and more natural
smoother
Elision means omitting one or more ______ in a word or phrase
Elision means omitting one or more ______ in a word or phrase
sounds
American English has a few patterns of elision in ______ speech
American English has a few patterns of elision in ______ speech
casual
Whenever T or D comes between two consonants at the end of a ______ it gets elided
Whenever T or D comes between two consonants at the end of a ______ it gets elided
Instead of ______ we say 'scrips'
Instead of ______ we say 'scrips'
What is elision?
What is elision?
What is the purpose of elision in American English?
What is the purpose of elision in American English?
What are some patterns of elision in casual speech in American English?
What are some patterns of elision in casual speech in American English?
Give an example of elision in casual speech.
Give an example of elision in casual speech.
What does the term 'elision' specifically refer to in the context of connected speech?
What does the term 'elision' specifically refer to in the context of connected speech?
Today, we'll discuss ______.
Today, we'll discuss ______.
Elision can help your American English sound smoother and more ______.
Elision can help your American English sound smoother and more ______.
Whenever T or D comes between two consonants at the end of a ______ it gets elided.
Whenever T or D comes between two consonants at the end of a ______ it gets elided.
Instead of ______ we say 'scrips'.
Instead of ______ we say 'scrips'.
American English has a few patterns of elision in ______ speech.
American English has a few patterns of elision in ______ speech.
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Study Notes
Elision in American English
- Elision improves the fluidity and naturalness of American English pronunciation.
- It involves omitting one or more sounds in a word or phrase for ease of speech.
Characteristics of Elision
- Commonly occurs in casual or informal speech within American English.
- The rule that T or D is elided applies when these sounds appear between two consonants at the end of a syllable.
- An example of elision is the pronunciation of "scripts" as "scrips."
Purpose of Elision
- Elision facilitates smoother speech by reducing the effort required for pronunciation.
- It allows speakers to communicate more efficiently, especially in rapid conversation.
Patterns of Elision
- Notable elision patterns exist within everyday dialogues among native speakers.
- Understanding these patterns enhances comprehension and speaking ability in casual contexts.
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