Speak Easy #09 – a pronunciation tip: The flap
In this episode, Suzanne and Andrew teach you a pronunciation tip that will make your English sound more natural: the flap! Take a listen and learn how, when, and why you should use the flap in your own speech.
Note
The audio for the practice exercises is included at the end of the ad-free version of this episode. To download this file, please visit the Culips Dashboard by logging in to your account or clicking the mobile version of the STUDYU GUIDE above.
Material included in the study guide
- Transcript
- Practice exercises
- Bonus audio download
Credit: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Let It Go by Scott Dugdale
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Speak Easy #09 – a pronunciation tip: The flap
In this episode, Suzanne and Andrew teach you a pronunciation tip that will make your English sound more natural: the flap! Take a listen and learn how, when, and why you should use the flap in your own speech.
Note
The audio for the practice exercises is included at the end of the ad-free version of this episode. To download this file, please visit the Culips Dashboard by logging in to your account or clicking the mobile version of the STUDYU GUIDE above.Material included in the study guide
- Transcript
- Practice exercises
- Bonus audio download
Credit: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Let It Go by Scott Dugdale
Hosts: Andrew Bates and Suzanne Cerreta
Music: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Let It Go by Scott Dugdale
Episode preparation/research: Suzanne Cerreta
Audio editor: Andrew Bates
Transcriptionist: Heather Bates
Study guide writer: Suzanne Cerreta
English editor: Stephanie MacLean
Business manager: Tsuyoshi Kaneshima
Project manager: Jessica Cox
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