Heteronyms pose an incredible challenge to English learners. But don’t worry! I’ll show you the most common examples and exactly how to pronounce them. Heteronyms look the same but are pronounced differently. You will get practice and see multiple … [Read more...]
Study heteronyms: words that are spelled the same but have different pronunciations and different meanings.
JOHN MERROW — Interview a Broadcaster!
Study conversational English in this interview with PBS Broadcaster John Merrow. See how even professionals use reductions and contractions all the time, and learn some new vocabulary. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]
How to Pronounce GRADUATE – Word of the Week
Graduate can be a noun or a verb, and the pronunciation for each is different! Learn how to practice this word by breaking it down sound by sound, knowing what’s stressed and what’s not. Then put it all together to feel confident using this word in … [Read more...]
Hurricane Sandy
Come with me as I visit friends in Manhattan who were affected by Hurricane Sandy and study real English conversation. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5ESNhMb5T0 Video Text: As many of you probably … [Read more...]
Heteronyms and Homophones
Homophones are words that have the same pronunciation but are spelled differently and have different meanings. Heteronyms are words that are spelled the same but have different meanings and are pronounced differently, like tear: A tear ran down her … [Read more...]
Heteronyms
Heteronyms are words that are spelled the same but have different meanings and are pronounced differently, like tear: A tear ran down her cheek; Be careful so you don’t tear the paper. YouTube blocked? Click here to see the … [Read more...]