Assimilation of /t/ - 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 assimilation of /t/, a big part of connected speech. Assimilation is when two sounds become more similar to each other or combine to make a third sound. 00:22 What is assimilation? 02:10 Assimilation of /t/ to /p/, /b/, and /m/ 05:07 Assimilation of /t/ to /k/, and /g/ Assimilation of /t/ often happens when /t/ is followed by a /p/, /b/, or /m/ sound: The new white panda He won’t bring it A slight pain July is a hot month Assimilation of /t/ often happens when /t/ is followed by a /k/, or /g/ sound: Is that clear? The first game The ticket collector We should get going How is the /t/ sound made? By the tongue touching just behind the top teeth How are the /p/, /b/, and /m/ sounds made? By the lips How are the /k/, or /g/ sounds made? By the tongue touching the back part of the roof of your mouth Pronunciation tips, practice, and lessons with Tom. Like, comment, subscribe and share with your friends. Keywords: Assimilation, /t/ sound, connected speech, pronunciation, phonetics, English learners, speech clarity, sound changes, improving fluency, speech patterns, understanding assimilation, articulation, everyday English, practical examples, enhancing listening skills, effective communication, language development, informal language, consonant assimilation, conversational skills. Paragraph: In the video on the "Assimilation of /t/ in Connected Speech," viewers will explore how the /t/ sound can change based on surrounding sounds in natural spoken English. This assimilation process is essential for English learners to understand, as it can significantly impact pronunciation and comprehension. The video will provide practical examples and tips to help learners recognize and produce assimilated sounds, thereby enhancing their overall communication skills and fluency. Hashtags: #Assimilation #ConnectedSpeech #/t/Sound #Pronunciation #EnglishLearners #ImprovingFluency #SpeechClarity #LanguageDevelopment #ListeningSkills #EffectiveCommunication ChatGPT can