Elision of schwa /ə/ - Connected speech

#learnenglish #englishwithtom #pronunciation #connectedspeech #elision    • English Connected Speech   Check this playlist for more videos on connected speech In this video, we look at elision of schwa /ə/ which is part of connected speech. Elision is when a sound disappears from a word. It’s like the sound has been deleted by the other stronger sounds. 00:26 What is elision? Listening practice and answers 04:04 Elision of schwa after vowels and consonants. 05:54 Elision of schwa before /l/ or /r/ sounds Elision of /ə/ can happen at the start of a word and between two stressed syllables: Shoo! Go away! We occasionally do Let’s try another There’s no exception The schwa /ə/ often stays, though very weak, after a consonant sound: Gone away Have another Did occasionally Some exception Elision of schwa /ə/ can also happen at the start of a word when followed by a stressed syllable starting by /l/ or /r/: The police are here Collect the order at 6 Let’s watch the parade Wow, terrific! Pronunciation tips, practice, and lessons with Tom. Like, comment, subscribe and share with your friends. Keywords: Elision, schwa /ə/, connected speech, pronunciation, phonological process, casual speech, speech fluency, English learners, sound omission, understanding elision, improving clarity, phonetics, everyday English, articulation, enhancing listening skills, speech patterns, vowel reduction, effective communication, language nuances, informal language, recognizing sound changes, speech examples, pronunciation tips. Paragraph: In the video "Elision of Schwa /ə/ - Connected Speech," viewers will explore how the schwa sound can be omitted in casual English pronunciation. This phonological process, known as elision, often occurs in rapid speech, affecting speech fluency and clarity. By understanding how and when schwa is elided, English learners can improve their listening skills and pronunciation, enhancing their overall communication in everyday conversations. Hashtags: #Elision #Schwa #ConnectedSpeech #Pronunciation #SpeechFluency #EnglishLearners #PhonologicalProcess #ImprovingClarity #LanguageNuances #ListeningSkills