Difference In US English And UK English, The Sound /R/
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Explore the nuances of the \/r\/ sound in US and UK English through this engaging quiz. Understand pronunciation differences, the contexts in which \/r\/ is vocalized in British English, and the concept of intrusive \/r\/. Ideal for learners interested in phonetics and linguistic variations.
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British English pronounces its /r/ sound at all times.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
British English does not pronounce the /r/ sound at the end of words or before consonants. This is known as non-rhotic pronunciation. Therefore, the statement that British English pronounces its /r/ sound at all times is false.Rate this question:
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How is bar pronounced in British English?
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BÉ‘:
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BÉ‘:r
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A. BÉ‘:Explanation
The correct pronunciation of "bar" in British English is "bɑ:".Rate this question:
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How is teacher pronounced in American English?
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Ti:tʃə
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Ti:tʃər
Correct Answer
A. Ti:tʃərExplanation
The correct pronunciation of "teacher" in American English is "ti:tʃər". The "ti:tʃ" sound represents the "ch" sound, as in "church". The "ər" at the end represents the schwa sound, which is a neutral vowel sound. Therefore, the correct pronunciation is "ti:tʃər".Rate this question:
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How is air pronounced in British English
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EÉ™
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Er
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əɪ
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A. EəExplanation
In British English, the word "air" is pronounced as "eÉ™". This pronunciation is a combination of the vowel sound "e" and the schwa sound "É™". The "e" sound is a mid-front vowel sound, similar to the sound in words like "bet" or "set". The schwa sound "É™" is a neutral vowel sound, often found in unstressed syllables. When combined, these two sounds create the pronunciation "eÉ™" for the word "air" in British English.Rate this question:
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When do British pronounce the sound /r/?
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If it follows a vowel.
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If it's followed by a vowel
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If it follows a nasal
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If it's followed by a nasal
Correct Answer
A. If it's followed by a vowelExplanation
The correct answer is "If it's followed by a vowel." In British English, the sound /r/ is usually pronounced when it is followed by a vowel sound. This is known as the linking /r/ and is commonly heard in phrases like "car and driver" or "far away." The /r/ sound is not pronounced when it is followed by a consonant sound or at the end of a word.Rate this question:
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What is an intrusive /r/?
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An /r/ that we can put in any place
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An /r/ that follows another /r/ sound/
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An /r/ that is added in a situation, where none exist.
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A. An /r/ that is added in a situation, where none exist.Explanation
This answer correctly identifies an intrusive /r/ as being added in a situation where none exist. This means that the /r/ sound is inserted into a word or phrase where it is not naturally pronounced.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct pronunciation of sorry in British English.
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Sɒrɪ
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Sɑ:rɪ
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Sɑ:ɪ
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Sɒɪ
Correct Answer
A. SɒrɪExplanation
The correct pronunciation of "sorry" in British English is "sɒrɪ."Rate this question:
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Choose the correct pronunciation of sorry in US English
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Sɒrɪ
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Sɑ:rɪ
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Sɑ:ɪ
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Sɒɪ
Correct Answer
A. SɒrɪExplanation
The correct pronunciation of "sorry" in US English is sɒrɪ.Rate this question:
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The sound /r/ in US English is pronounced ...
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Light
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Silent
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Hard
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What /r/?
Correct Answer
A. HardExplanation
The sound /r/ in US English is pronounced "hard" because it is produced by vibrating the back of the tongue against the roof of the mouth. This sound is distinct and audible, unlike a silent sound.Rate this question:
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The sound /r/ in British English is usually pronounced ...
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Light
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Hard
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Silent
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Silent, with the exception if it's followed by a vowel
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A. Silent, with the exception if it's followed by a vowelExplanation
In British English, the sound /r/ is usually pronounced silently, meaning it is not pronounced at all. However, there is an exception to this rule when /r/ is followed by a vowel. In such cases, the /r/ sound is pronounced.Rate this question:
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Rhotic speakers will not pronounce the sound /r/, unless it is followed by a vowel
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
Rhotic speakers do pronounce the sound /r/ even if it is not followed by a vowel. This means that they pronounce the /r/ sound in words like "car" or "park" even when it is not immediately followed by a vowel sound. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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Rhotic speakers pronounce the /r/ in their words
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Rhotic speakers are those who pronounce the /r/ sound in their words. This means that they do not drop or omit the /r/ sound at the end of words or before consonants. Instead, they fully articulate the /r/ sound. Therefore, the statement "Rhotic speakers pronounce the /r/ in their words" is true.Rate this question:
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In which of these words do You pronounce the sound /r/? (There is no correct answer, this is all up to your own pronunciation, you can check more than one box)
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Car
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Teacher
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Far
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Cart
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Ear
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Bar
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Hard
Correct Answer(s)
A. Car
A. Teacher
A. Far
A. Cart
A. Ear
A. Bar
A. HardExplanation
The sound /r/ is pronounced in all of the given words: Car, Teacher, Far, Cart, Ear, Bar, and Hard.Rate this question:
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The sound /r/ in US English is usually pronounced hard, while in British English it is mostly very___________ or silent
Correct Answer(s)
light, LightExplanation
In US English, the sound /r/ is typically pronounced with a strong and distinct articulation. On the other hand, in British English, the sound /r/ is often pronounced very lightly or even silent.Rate this question:
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