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EPISODE · Mar 1, 2022 · 25 MIN

How to Pronounce Good, Look & Foot | #101

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The spelling of English words doesn't always give us a clear indication of the pronunciation. Many people learned at a young age that |Oo| spelling makes a moving, "ihw" sound 100% of the time. While this is often the case, |Oo| sometimes requires no movement of the lips. We see this with dozens of common, everyday words and expressions.  Listen along here and better understand the difference between words like "Luke" and "Look", and work this sound into your own daily English words and expressions!Check out my video course on Udemy to master your use of Syllable stress!https://www.udemy.com/course/command-the-american-accents-rhythm-and-pronunciation/?referralCode=C96318A268600601A20FFollow along with these common phrases:Football game  |  We misunderstood  |  White sugar  |  Good book  |  Good lookPractice For yourself with these Minimal PairsLook v Luke  |  Full v Fool  |  Foot v FoodWork these idiomatic expressions into your daily life!1. Hit the books Focusing and studying hardI had better hit the books to get a good grade!2. A smart cookie An intelligent personThat kid’s a smart cookie, he hits the books often. 3. Shoulda’, coulda’, woulda’ Wishing to change somethingShoulda’, coulda’, woulda’, there’s nothing we can do. 4. When push comes to shove Something gets more difficultWhen push comes to shove, I’ll get the job done right. COACH WITH ME 1 ON 1

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The spelling of English words doesn't always give us a clear indication of the pronunciation. Many people learned at a young age that |Oo| spelling makes a moving, "ihw" sound 100% of the time. While this is often the case, |Oo| sometimes requires no movement of the lips. We see this with dozens of common, everyday words and expressions. Listen along here and better understand the difference between words like "Luke" and "Look", and work this sound into your own daily English words and...

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