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English Pronunciation – Linking: Vowel to Vowel — American Accent

Rachel's English

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When you speak English, do you usually connect words smoothly or pause between words?
What do you think “linking: vowel to vowel” means in American English pronunciation?
Why might linking be important for sounding more natural in an American accent?

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1. What is the main rule for linking vowel-to-vowel between two words?

2. What problem do some students have when they say a phrase like “you exercise”?

3. Which two consonant sounds does the speaker mention as “glide consonants” that you may feel during linking?

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1. What is the main purpose of linking vowel-to-vowel in spoken American English?

2. Why might vowel-to-vowel linking be difficult for some learners?

3. According to the speaker, if you feel a W or Y sound while linking, what should you do?

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English Pronunciation – Linking: Vowel to Vowel — American Accent

In your native language, do speakers usually link words, or do they separate words more clearly? How does that affect your English pronunciation?
When you try vowel-to-vowel linking, do you feel a /w/ or /y/ sound appearing? In which words does it happen?
Which example from the video is easiest for you to say with no break, and which is the hardest? Why?
How could you practice linking in daily speaking (for example, with short phrases or sentences you often use)?