5 Questions
What is pitch in the context of languages?
The highness or lowness of your voice
What do native English speakers listen for in order to hear word stress pronounced correctly?
Higher pitch
In American English, how do we use changes in pitch?
To emphasize key words through word and sentence stress
How do we use pitch to highlight important words in a sentence?
By stepping up to a higher pitch
What is the role of pitch in emphasizing a syllable with word stress?
To step up to a higher pitch
Explore the most common questions about pitch, stress, tone, and intonation in American English. Learn how subtle changes in voice can significantly impact communication, and gain insights into using pitch effectively.
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