My secret English vowel pronunciation trick!
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- čas přidán 18. 05. 2024
- How do you know if a word in English is pronounced with the long vowel sound or the short vowel sound? For example, “cut” and “cute” are pronounced differently, but which one has the long u sound? It may seem obvious with a short, familiar word, but what if you encounter a new word that you have never seen before? There is a quick an easy trick I have found that will give you the right answer most of the time. Watch this lesson to learn one pronunciation trick that will change your life! Then take the quiz at www.engvid.com/long-short-vow... .
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Buh-clue. Hi. I'm Ronnie. I have something that... Oh my god, this is amazing. Honestly, this lesson will change your life. It changed my life when my good friend, Leaf, told me about this. Leaf, thank you; grammar god, you are pronunciation god - Leaf. Awesome. So, I've been trying to figure this out for ages, years, maybe 100 years because I'm a vampire, and I got it. Thank you.
Are you confused about the pronunciation of vowels in English? So, for example, we have a long vowel sound, and a long vowel sound means that the vowel sounds like its alphabet name. So, for example: "a". But in English, we also have: "aw" and "a". Different ways to pronounce the vowels. One of them is a long vowel sound, so "a" is pronounced like "a". Then we also have a short vowel sound where "a" is going to be pronounced like: "ah". And how do you know when you read a new word to say it like "a" or "ah"? I have the answer. Oh, it's amazing. I... Okay, I get really excited about things a little bit too much; but this, I'm just super excited about it. And I want to teach you this - and, geez, it's going to change the way that you read things, the way that you learn English. So, give me some money or something. Just, enjoy. Listen. It's amazing.
So, we have some guidelines. Now, I want to make perfectly clear that people like to say "grammar rules", and Ronnie hates rules. I'm Ronnie. I do not like rules because they're made to be broken; and in English, there's always exceptions to rules. So, you study a rule and you learn it, and then you go: "Oh", but no - sorry; that's an exception. And then you say: "Why?" Maybe you ask someone, maybe you ask your teacher: "Teacher, why?" and the teacher goes: "I don't know." So, please think of these as only guidelines; life-changing guidelines, though. Okay? I'm telling you.
So, we have words that have two vowels. Okay? So: "a", "e", "i", "o", "u", and sometimes "y" are vowels. But this is our guideline: If in the word you have two vowels, the first... Oh, I'm sorry. The first vowel sound... The first vowel in the word is going to sound like its alphabet name or it's going to sound like a long vowel sound. The second vowel, it's silent; we don't even say the second vowel. Crazy. So, in English, if there's an "e" at the end of the word - we don't say it. In all of the other languages of the world, we say all the vowels; but English, oh no. The "e" is silent; we don't say that.
So, if you have two vowels in the word, for example: "a" and "e", we're going to say the first vowel like it sounds like in the alphabet, so "a". We're going to say: "ba", and we do not say: "bak-e"; we say "bake". So, the first vowel is going to sound like the alphabet: "bake". What about this one? We don't say: "fah-me", like "ah"; we say: "fame". And, again, we don't say the last vowel in the word. So, this works with two-vowel words. The "a" we pronounce like an "a", and the "e" or the second vowel is silent.
One more time the rule; it's life-changing. The first vowel sounds like its alphabet name, the second vowel is silent; we don't say it. Let's try this again. So, this is "a". The next letter. What's this vowel sound or what's this sound in the English alphabet? "A", "e". So, we say: "these". We don't say: "the-se", "the-se". "Look at the-se. Look at these." So, again, we're going to say the "e" like an "e", and the second "e" is silent. This is amazing. Woo-hoo.
This word. So, you look: "dre-am". "I had an amazing dre-am last night; I was flying." But it's actually just a dream. So, one vowel we're going to say "e", the second vowel is silent. So, we don't say: "dre-am"; we say: "dream". "I had a dream." Did you have a dream last night or now? Are you imagining this? No. No, no, no. This is real. Get back into this. It's amazing.
Let's see with this letter. What letter is this? Now, this is hard for you guys because in your languages maybe this is "uh" and this is "e", but in English, this is "i". So, watch this trick. Put an eye-woo-hoo-on your "i". […]
She is incredible, she teaches me a lot of english and makes me laugh at the same time 😂😂
Yep this is cool man!😎
Yeah she is cool .. she is so energetic
I was thinking the same thing. I am afraid to view one she talks about sex 🤣🤣
right 😂😍
Perfect
When I was a Primary School teacher I taught my children this little rhyme, to help with the above problem. I also taught my son. " When two vowels go " walking" ( they are in the same word) the first one does the talking and says it's own name." I hope this helps. :)
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Thank you. This is helpful
What bout word like summer ?
What about these: 'come' and 'home'?
Nice
I am an ESL teacher and I always watch Ronnie's videos with great pleasure ! Her sense of humour and the way she explains everything are so close to what I usually try to do while working with my students. The key word is I try because Ronnie has so many great ideas for us and she is the best English teacher for me !
She's🥰
I am watching her for the first time and have to admit that she is quite interesting and has a sense of humor:)
This is so awesome
You can say that again, she’s indeed a good teacher
Ronnie, you're awesome. I've been teaching my Chinese students this for ages. I learnt this out of pure frustration when I just didn't know how to get them to understand when to use long and short sounds, and came across it somewhere. It really changes the game!
"When 2 vowels walk together, the 1st vowel talk, and the 2nd vowel stay silent"
When two vowels go walking, the first one does the talking.
Nice!
The 1st vowel does the talking and the 2nd does the walking. In America!
I was gonna say the same thing..
CUT, C.U.T..
CUTE, C.U.T.E.
WHEN YOU GOT SECOND VOWEL,, C ū T ē.. letter U it's gonna tell letter E to pronounce letter U..
@@debbiegardner9723 good information .so cute
Oh my God I'm having such struggles with trying to get my son to read just because of sounding it out, and I'm watching these videos to see which one would help him and I'm absolutely loving this. That first vowel with the second one being silent is going to be a lifesaver with him
Thank you Ronnie! I'm a veteran ESL instructor in the US, and I love to give students your videos. You speak slowly and explain in simple terms. That is how I like to teach my own classes. I appreciate the time that goes into creating this content! Carry on!
Hi Ronnie, I learned English a long time ago, but I never learned phonetics or sounds. I realize that when I go to read I don't know how to pronounce some words. Searching on youtube who could teach me I found this video, which you did 4 years ago. WOW you really know how to teach and what it takes for students to learn. And your humor makes learning much more enjoyable.
Thank you so much.
The best English teacher ever. You are my favorite. Greatings from Dominican Republic 🇩🇴
"when 2 vowels go out walking, the first guy does the talking.
The first guy says his name, but his friend won't do the same."
haha!
The first vowel is the girl, the silent one is the boyfriend.
What about the word 'friend'? - great rule but so many exceptions!
@@julietaconsoni8593 indeed, there are too many exception, like everything in life, but 90% follow that rule
@@julietaconsoni8593 Yeah; so many exceptions. AGAIN. "I WONDER WHY!?"
Teacher; can YOU; Tell me Why? 😁
this is by far the most interesting and important class that every single student should watch if they really wanna learn speaking english, besides ronnie is a wonderful teacher you can learn everything with her in a easier way and enjoy at the same time. no words, idk how to thank you ronnie for all the things that you ve make for us, love from Venezuela
I fancy the way she is teaching, really amazing.
This tip actually changed my thinking. I don't read things like I used to. Now it's great I am actually Pronouncing word Correct.
I love your classes, they're hilarious and super educational. Thanks a lot!
They teach this in elementary schools (in Maryland anyway) to teach kids how to read. It’s awesome. I work with the ones who aren’t ready to learn it in kindergarten and first grade and fall behind. 🤗 I love teaching it to my accent clients, too!
I really live the way she makes her entrance 😄. And her staging
I thought she was high lol
A lot of my accent clients watch you Ronnie, you have a great sense of humor and content too! :-)
She is amazing! It's always fun to study and learn things from her. She makes everything fun and easier.
Hello
You have an excellent way in explaining👌
I'm form sir Lankan my name namali I'm very happy to you thank you God's blessed
Ronnie just to say THANK YOU 😚
English language have a lot of unnecessary vowels! And yet, fascinated! I really enjoy watching your videos very helpful! Thank you Ronnie ❤
Dear Ronnie.....that was amazing
I loved the way you explained in such a simple way. Kindly load more grammar lessons so that it helps to teach the first generation learners. Thank you Rani🙏
This woman teaches so well.
This was taught as 'the Magic E' when I was in primary school (GB). The E at the end changes the vowel sound. Cool that it works for words like sOAp and crEAm though, too. Thanks Ronnie!
Hi!
And what about "have"... could you please tell me if they taught you some exceptions when they taught you the "magic E" rule? Thanks a bunch!
The best clarification I've ever heard! Thank you!
English is my second language and I must say that this lesson defenitely blew my mind. Ronnie, Thank you so much for sharing!.
Thanks to Leaf and of course thanks to you. The way you teaches this vowel sound clarifies everything. Regards from Mexico.
Ronnie, you teach English so easy. Thank you very much. From Venezuela
"When 2 vowles hang out the first one does the talking and the second one does the walking"
I’ve been using this technique for years and it’s amazing. Students learn quicker and easier.
Crystal Clear!!!!!!. thank you Ronnie.
FAN-TAS-TIC !!! amazing discovery, thanks Ronnie, you made my day!
The queen of ENGLISH is back love you 💖
she is an amazing English tutor I recommend for all Swahili speakers and other languages
Honestly I love you for this I am Nigerian and teach phonics it's not easy because back in the day we weren't taught like this.God bless you hope to connect with you more.
She jokes and charisma makes her teaching very interesting, this is my first time with her.
Thats true
Uma aula maravilhosa para toda vida como nunca vi antes,parabéns!
Im Salvadorean my English level had increased thanks to you Ronnie but to my point of view the magick touch that you have is your sense of humor this is my best part thank you for always putting a laugh in my heart... is therapy to my soul Gracias Amiga!
I am learning English language since last year and i have watch a lot of videos on CZcams. The way Madam Ronnie teaches English very amazing. Madam Ronnie way of teaching is very helpful and full of joy. I am enjoying learning English language.Thanks Madam Ronnie
Please, Ronnie more lessons about pronunciation. thank you in advance
The magic of English vowels has been officially debunked.
Thank you for being so amazing!
Your teaching style is so unique ma'am
The best english teacher ever!
I have been studying english since elementary schools but this rule is a life changing for me.
don't get too excited, unfortunately, even in this lesson Ronnie herself mentioned 'soup' and there are many more words like this (dove, etc.) that show that the 'guidelines' apply rather narrowly
I love you so much!!!! You are the best teacher ever!!! You Ronnie help me a lot with this video. Thank you so much.
Great
This is fantastic! You're amazing Ronnie! Thank you so much for the guidelines!
Thank you Ronnie! This solves so many of my confusions about pronunciation. It really makes sense!
This is so amazing! I've always struggled a bit with the i vowel pronunciation and this method made it so easy to understand. Many thanks for that, dear professor.
Soap
Soup....???
Thank you. This is very helpful in teaching my students to read. God bless you. Good job!👏
I need to learn more about phonetic ,could u please make some classes on it.
Ronnie, this is mindblowing for me as an Adult ESL Teacher! Thank you!
This technique is brilliant! Thanks so much for the fun and helpful lesson, Ronnie.
Ronnie I love your method of teaching. it is amazing.
I’ve searched for this for years! Thank you :)
Great GUIDELINES Ronnie!!! Best video EVER!!!
I love the way you teach..!!! Dear Ronni God bless you
Love the way you tech English, very different from all the classic teachers that follow all the rules and always teach with the same methods.
Seeing this I see the big difference.
I LOVE ❤️ YOU! GREAT TEACHER 👩🏫
Thank you Ronnie for this brilliant tutorial! Definitely the easiest way to understand how vowels are pronounced. Cool!
She's the funniest. I love her already
I really love, the way you teach 💕💖
It's always fun to learn English with you Ronnie 😍😘
You change my life ! Thanks Ronnie❤
Thank you Ronnie
OMG literally u just changed my life! thank u so muchh !u are the best :)))
0:46 shout to to my fellow Canadians!
I fell in love with her teaching technic
Thanks for this affective tips of using Vowels correctly. Thanks
I love her too - she makes everything so easy to understand!!! 😍
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Yes
Thank you Ronnie
Greeting from Indonesia 🇮🇩🙏🏻
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Hi Ronnie, I'm Arabic speaking. I appreciate your lessons, and understand what you say. Thanx a lot
Bloody brilliant, Ronnie! Ronnie, you`re brilliant!
She's soooo good and funny! You made my day and motivated me to teach reading 😍
OMG Ronnie is so cool and as teacher is amazing, i love her
You're very enthusiastic and I like that bc you're passionate about teaching a language
Ronnie, Thanks
Long time I struggle with long & short vowel sounds
This teaching is amazing!is an eye opener to me thanks.
thank you teacher !
This was fantastic! Thank you Ronnie!
Love all your lessons! You're awesome, Ronnie! 😍😍
Wow! Mind blowing! 🤯🙏🏻 Even for us teachers! thank you so much for this video Ronnie! I love your videos and you are hilarious 💖 love from a Brazilian English teacher in Finland 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Welcome back ronnie
I passed the interview for a CSR position by watching her videos. Thanks Ronnie!
Thanks for the lesson, teacher!
I got excited but....What about "learn", "have" "sound" "found" "answer" etc. I got all of these words in the paragraph here under the video. There are many others there too.
And what about words like "fluid" too? And why it sounds different of "suit" and "fruit"? heh heh
what about when the word has a lot of vowels what do I do................help me plz I suck at English especially the spelling, do a video on spelling words in English that I would be nice.
Thank you, Ronnie.
I loved this lesson so much. Thanks you Ronnie.
It's really amazing lessons...
Thanks teacher so much..
But do you can make a lesson about the perpositions ,please
🙂 you are so funny. And teach easy good. God bless you. Do more progress leaps and bounds. Thanks for teach mam.
Ronnie.. I love your videos... You're such an inspiration and a prove that teaching English can be something fun... I teach basic English in my country and every time I'm about to start a class I remember you and your fabulous video classes, this message is just to let you know that your great job and passion have reached many people worldwide... Thanks for sharing your knowledge and those great vibes with all of us .. greetings from Ecuador
RONNIE, YOU'RE A GREAT TEACHER!
"Ronnie hates rules, I'm Ronnie!!!" 😂😂😂 Hi from Vietnam 🤗🍚
Best teacher I've seen of english grammar♥
Amazing!! This will stick with me forever 👏🏼👏🏼
The best teacher ever!!!! 👏👏👏👏
Chaii you are the best teacher I have ever seen, may God continue to guide you and protect you and your family Amen
Que legal, muito obrigado pela aula professora :D
Você pulando assim do nada assusta a gente tia Ronnie - Love your videos!!! 😍
Quem tá assistindo do Brazil???
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Eu
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aqui
Essa é a melhor professora do MUNDO!!!
I’m French speaker and I understand you clearly! Thank you very much.
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Thank you very much for sharing your wisdom 🙏
I always had a hard time reading English and that was my home language at school, thank you so much no more guess
Amazing content Ronnie!! You compared soap with soup, which can be confusing as they don't sound the same. It's not a rule but there must be something where 'u' is the second vowel. Like soup, coup, loud, etc.
I have been trying to learn vowels sounds for a long time!! thank you so much buddy!!!!
I was getting much confusions about English pronunciations but now i can get some idea thanks ronnie u awsome teacher