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Study how Americans pronounce 'was' in conversational English.

How to Pronounce AS and WAS

How to Pronounce AS and WAS

'As' and 'was' are often reduced in American English.  This makes it easier to say them quickly and provide important rhythmic contrast in sentences.  Learn how they are reduced and how they should sound in conversational English. YouTube blocked? … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Videos, Words that Reduce Tagged With: WAS Reduction

Real Life English Conversation: Colorado Mountains

Real Life English Conversation: Colorado Mountains

Study real American English conversation as you come with me and my parents to Colorado.  You’ll get to see some of the natural beauty of this state, and study American English pronunciation in real life.  You'll learn to identify many different … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Conversation and Speech Studies, Videos Tagged With: AND Reduction, AT Reduction, CAN Reduction, FOR Reduction, Real Life English, TS Cluster, WAS Reduction

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