The 100 MOST COMMON WORDS in ENGLISH
Rachel's English・2 minutes read
The most common words in American English are analyzed for pronunciation variations and reductions, with examples illustrating proper stress and intonation patterns. Learning reductions and stressed pronunciation is essential for fluent and natural American English speech, encouraging continued practice and exploration through educational videos.
Insights
- Pronunciation of common English words involves specific sounds and reductions to improve natural speech.
- Contractions like "I'm" for "I am" and "you're" for "you are" are common in American English, aiding in smoother speech.
- Stressing specific words is crucial for clarity and understanding in spoken English.
- Reductions in pronunciation, like dropping sounds in words such as "I am" becoming "I'm," are essential for natural American English speech.
- The pronunciation of words like "and" can be altered by dropping sounds, facilitating smoother linking between words in phrases.
- The study of the top 500 most common English words can significantly enhance spoken English fluency and comprehension.
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Recent questions
How is the word "THE" pronounced?
With a schwa sound when followed by a consonant, and with an EE vowel sound when followed by a vowel or diphthong.
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