Fast Speech
When native speakers talk fast, words melt together. They drop sounds and link words!
1. Linking 🔗
2. Reductions ✂️
3. Elision 🗑️
Do not try to hear every single word.
Whaddaya wanna do?
Listen Closely 👂
Mission 🎯
Mission 🎯
Mission 🎯
Listening Masterclass
Teacher Tip: Don't panic when they speak fast! Listen to the rhythm. Focus on the verbs and nouns, and let the small grammar words fade into the background.
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Recent Questions
Great question, Sovan! Do NOT write "gonna" in an essay (it's informal). However, in the Speaking test, saying "gonna" shows natural fluency and can actually help your pronunciation score! Just make sure you know how to write "going to" correctly. 📝🗣️
When native speakers talk fast, I completely freeze. How do I stop panicking?
It is totally normal to feel that way! The trick is to stop trying to catch *every* word. Focus on the stressed words (usually nouns, main verbs, adjectives). If you hear "go... shop... buy... milk", your brain can fill in the rest. Relax and listen to the melody! 🎵
Teacher, is it bad if I use "gonna" in an IELTS test?