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Pronunciation: words ending in -OUGH & -AUGH


source: English Lessons with Adam    2017年1月25日
Learn how to say these difficult words correctly in English! Does "cough" rhyme with "off" or with "cow"? How about "drought", "laugh", and "through"? How would you pronounce these words? I understand these may confuse you, because the pronunciations are different depending on the word. In this lesson, we will look at the different sounds of words with the endings "-ough" and "-augh". This lesson will improve your speaking and listening skills, so be sure to watch and complete the quiz at http://www.engvid.com/english-pronunc...

English Pronunciation & Intonation – IELTS Speaking Test (L4)


source: Learn English with Let's Talk    2017年3月27日
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https://youtu.be/1v82mTRz1uM
https://youtu.be/F1eHaRg_UyE
https://youtu.be/adSEZj4G-DE
https://youtu.be/41tykWnvtu8
1. WORD STRESS:

A. The meaning of Syllable: A syllable is a part of a word that contains a vowel sound and is pronounced as a unit.
Examples:
Cho-co-late = 3
• Different =3
• Documentary= 5
• Fashionable = 4
• Favorite = 3
• Millionaire =4

• B. The meaning of Word Stress - In every word there is one stressed syllable which affects pronunciation if you stress the wrong syllable the listener cannot understand.
Examples:
WONderful
SIMple
simplification
simplistic
SUREFIRE TIP: My suggestion is please refer to a dictionary to confirm the correct word stress if you are unsure.

2: INTONATION and SENTENCE STRESS:
A. Meaning: With sentence stress in English, we give stress to certain words while other words are quickly spoken. For instance, some words in a sentence are emphasised or slightly louder than other words. This is the changing pitch of your voice.
For example: I don’t wanna DRIVE, I’d rather use the BUS.
B. Let’s try to understand the effect of sentence stress and intonation on meaning:
1. Neutral = stress on the words in the middle.
Ex: William went FOR a walk.
Use: when we are thinking or concentrating.
2. Rising tone = stress on last few words.
Ex: William went for A WALK.
Use: Often used when we are asking questions or seeking clarification, or to indicate surprise.
3. Falling Tone = stress on first few words
Ex: WILLIAM WENT for a walk.
Use: When we are certain and confident or looking for agreement.
TEST:
1. I think you’ve done a good job.
Answer: certain
2. I think you’ve DONE a good job.
Answer: surprise
3. I think YOU’VE done a good job.
Answer: neutral (thinking)
4. I THINK you’ve done a good job.
Answer: agreement
5. I think you’ve done a GOOD JOB.
Answer: asking question/ clarification
If you have the same answers it’s brilliant however if you faltered I have another surefire tip for you.

SUREFIRE TIP: Listening to a variety of authentic English sources will help you become familiar with intonation and stress patterns of English. You can listen to the “BBC Radio” or “The Voice of America” in whatever subject interests you. Remember to use these pronunciation features flexibly and confidently. So that you’re effortless to understand throughout the test. Do watch my other IELTS Videos.

5 Grammar MISTAKES That Make You Sound Native


source: EnglishAnyone     2017年3月4日
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Homophones! (Pronunciation with Rachel)

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source: Rachel's English     2013年6月5日

Business English 22 (marketing, exchange, value, value message)


source: TeacherPhilEnglish    2010年1月30日
This free Business English as a second language lesson (ESL) is designed to help you learn words such as marketing, exchange, value, value message.

Business English 21 (Customer, servicing, client and client book)


source: TeacherPhilEnglish    2010年1月30日
This free English as a second language (ESL) lesson helps you learn words such as customer, servicing, client and client book.

Leg Idioms


source: BBC Learning English      2008年9月15日

News Review: Flying fox bats invade Australian town


source: BBC Learning English    2016年5月25日
Hundreds of thousands of bats have arrived in the Australian town of Batemans Bay. The people who live there are fed up with the noise and mess they make and want them moved. How much will it cost to solve the problem?

How to Improve Your English Fluency


source: Oxford Online English     2017年1月24日
See the full version: http://www.oxfordonlineenglish.com/vi...
In this lesson, you can learn:
- What fluency means and what different skills you need to work on to improve your English fluency.
- The one most important thing you can do to improve your English fluency.
- How to deal with pressure, nervousness and shyness when speaking English.
- How to use reading aloud to improve the speed and fluency of your spoken English.
- How to use songs to improve your spoken fluency in English.
- A simple but effective vocabulary-learning technique that will make it easier to speak and respond fluently and naturally.
See more free English lessons on this page: http://www.oxfordonlineenglish.com/fr...

Telephoning Conversation Lesson


source: Anglo-Link    2012年7月2日
In this English conversation lesson you will learn how to make phone calls in both informal and formal styles of speaking.
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Chill (English Slang / Idioms)


source: Shaw English Online    2014年1月28日
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Business English: Asking About Job


source: Shaw English Online     2014年1月28日
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When You Can't Come to the Office


source: Twominute English     2013年5月22日
So finally you have decided that you are not going to office today. Have you informed your boss or colleague about it? What excuse have you made for taking leave for another two days. In this lesson we will learn how to call the office and inform that you cannot come to work.
Exercise section for this lesson: http://twominenglish.com/video/142-Wh...
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0:07 In this lesson we will learn how to call the office and inform that you cannot come to work.
0:21 Hello, Mr. Carlson! This is Neil.
0:24 Yes, Neil. How are you doing?
0:26 Mr. Carlson, I’m not well. I won’t be able to come into the office today.
0:30 Oh! Why? What happened to you?
0:34 I fell down the stairs this morning and sprained my left leg.
0:37 I see. So you can’t walk around?
0:42 No, it’s very painful. I think I need a day off.
0:45 All right, Neil. Get well soon. Just keep me informed.
0:50 Thank you, Mr. Carlson. I will. I hope to be in tomorrow.
1:01 Hello. Is this Jaime?
1:04 Yes. Who is this?
1:06 This is Neil. Jaime, I won’t come to the office today.
1:10 What happened, Neil?
1:12 I fell down the stairs and I cannot walk.
1:15 You should be more careful! I can’t do all this work alone!
1:20 Thanks for being so sympathetic, Jaime. I will try to be in tomorrow
1:25 Hmm... Well, I’m sorry. It’s just that there’s a pile of things to do.
1:31 Don’t worry, Jaime, I will take care of it when I come in.
1:35 Thanks, Neil. I hope you get well soon.
1:39 Thank you Jaime!
1:51 Mr. Carlson, I need three days off starting tomorrow.
1:56 Jaime, do you know that Neil is already home with a sprained leg?
2:01 I know that, Mr. Carlson, but it’s really important.
2:05 And what about your job? Is it not important?
2:10 Of course it is, but I really need these 3 days.
2:15 Why do you need them?
2:16 Well, my wife needs to have some exams done and we need to go out of town.
2:24 Jaime, could you reschedule the exams for next week? Go when Neil is back in the office.
2:34 Well, we scheduled the exams because now the hospital finally has the CAT machines. We’ve been waiting for three weeks.
2:44 Well, in that case, it’s better if you don’t miss the appointment.
2:52 No, it’s very painful. I think I need a day off.
3:00 I won’t come to the office today.
3:06 I fell down the stairs and I cannot walk.
3:12 Thanks for being so sympathetic,
3:17 Don’t worry, Jaime, I will take care of it when I come in.
3:26 I need three days off starting tomorrow.
3:36 Of course it is, but I really need these 3 days.