English Pronunciation Tips
These English pronunciation tips will help you get the
most out of your WordHacker program.
Tip 1
Do not confuse pronunciation of words with their spelling!
For example, "threw" and "through",
although spelled differently, are pronounced the same.
Also, identical letters or letter clusters in words
do not always produce the same sound. For example, the
"ough" in "though" and "through"
represents a different sound in each word. Learn to
practise what you hear, not what you see.
Tip 2
Imagine a sound in your mind before you say it. Try
to visualize the positioning of your mouth and face.
Think about how you are going to make the sound.
Tip 3
Listen to and try to imitate each word in WordHacker.
In addition to listening for specific sounds, pay attention
to pauses, the intonation of the declaimer's voice and
patterns of emphasis. This can be just as important
as the pronunciation of sounds.
Tip 4
The English language has many different dialects, and
words can be pronounced differently. It is important,
however, that you pronounce words clearly to ensure
effective communication.
Tip 5
Finally, the WordHacker
program is a tool to help you. But you must practise
what you are learning! Remember that you are teaching
your mouth a new way to move. You are building muscles
that you do not use in your own language. It is like
going to the gym and exercising your body. Use the program
to exercise your mouth a little bit each day.
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