Textbook English is different from spoken English, and a big part of this comes down to pronunciation and how things are said in real conversations. 

This is Part 2 in my series on pronunciation, where we first looked at Linking in Episode 255, and now we're looking at Elision. These are both features of connected speech that share some similarities.

In this episode, I share an example of elision followed by a question or challenge for myself that I also ask you (the listeners) to do as well!

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#262 Why You Can't Understand Native Speakers (Elision)

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I share some of my opinions on debate questions provided to me by Chat GPT, ranging from general opinions to deeper more philosophical ones. While doing so, I share some useful vocabulary as well as phrases you can use to express your own opinions when debating or arguing.

Why not respond to this podcast directly? Leave a common on the shownotes page below using one of the phrases from today and give me your opinion on a topic here.

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#269 Debates, Arguments, & Controversial Opinions

Fabio Cerpelloni chats with me on the podcast today around the topic of his new book: 'Any Language You Want: 18 Conflicting Lessons for a New Kind of Language Learner'.

A collection of contradictory true personal stories in answer to "What's the best way to learn a language?" In each of the 18 chapters, Fabio -- a language learner and teacher -- shares a story about how he mastered English, his second language, and tells you what's the best way to learn another language.

In this episode, we discuss some ways to learn English and why it's not as simple as you might think. I'm sure you'll leave, however, feeling inspired, motivated, and with some new ideas on how to best master this language. Show notes page - https://levelupenglish.school/podcast268

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#268 The Best Way to Learn English with Fabio Cerpelloni

A listener asked me how they can teach English to their friend, so I decided to give some tips and advice in this podcast episode.

I cover some tips you can do to help a friend, partner, or family member learn English - whether this is in a casual setting or a more structured lesson setting. 

I also cover some mistakes that many beginner teachers make, which will you useful for you no matter what kind of teaching you are interested in.

And finally, I talk at the end about some basic steps to take if you're interested in becoming a professional teacher and making some extra money from that.

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#267 Learn English by Teaching

In Episode 255, we spoke about Linking. 
In Episode 262, we spoke about Elision.

Now, in Episode 266, we're talking all about Assimilation. 

This is the 3rd and final part in our connected speech series, where I look at how spoken English can change the pronunciation of certain words. If you want to speak with a natural British accent, then this is essential to know. 

In this episode, I'll be looking at times when the sounds of words change so they become easier to pronounce. I'll be doing this while answering questions and sharing my views on them, and I invite you to join in as well. 

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#266 Make English Pronunciation Easier with Assimilation

Acronyms are words that use the first letter of each word in a phrase. NASA and LOL are two common examples from very different areas.

In the age of the internet, acronyms are now a part of everyday writing and reading, but did you know some are also used in speech?

In this episode, I go through some really common everyday acronyms that you need to know and follow each one with an example from my own life.

I also end with a list of some more casual texting acronyms that are useful when casually writing to friends. Show notes page - https://levelupenglish.school/podcast265

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#262 Why You Can't Understand Native Speakers (Elision)

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