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Would you say that the pronunciation of " SUBJECT " as a verb is different from its pronunciation as a noun?

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What are some of the important rules when saying a word. For example, the word "cake," when there is an "e" at the end it makes the "a" long. What are the sounds for short vowels and long vowels.

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are there any difference in pronouncing eə and e?, əʊ and oʊ? say various ( ˈ v eə .ri.əs | ˈ v e r.i.əs ) video ( ˈ vɪd.i. əʊ | ˈ vɪd.i. oʊ )

Learning and enjoying songs can be a great way to improve your listening, vocabulary and pronunciation. In this activity we are going to use two websites to help you find, listen to and memorize the words of a song.

The speaking section of the TOEIC takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. You will be asked 11 speaking questions. Different types of speaking skills are evaluated including pronunciation, intonation, grammar, vocabulary, content, and cohesion.
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Today’s word is vulnerable. This is an adjective which means susceptible to being hurt.
For example, you can say, Her weakened immune system made her vulnerable to further illnesses.

There are many great reasons to study song lyrics, not least because you enjoy listening to the song. You can learn new words from them, singing along helps with your pronunciation, reading as you listen helps with listening and reading skills.

Today’s word is ”outrageous”. This is an adjective which means intolerable or shocking.
For example, you can say, “Lindsey’s outrageous behavior embarrassed her mother; she is no longer welcome at family events.”

Reading is a great way to improve your vocabulary, but it can also be a good way to improve your pronunciation, especially if you can hear what you have to read.

Today’s word is “thoroughly”. This is an adverb which means completely or utterly.
For example, you can say, “I was thoroughly impressed with her knowledge of British culture.”