I used to dread talking on the phone.
I was always trying to find ways to write; if I write then the person can read it. Talking on the phone was so awful, but now I have a telephone conversation and nobody asks me to repeat myself.
It's really exciting!
-Yasmin Zakari, ARI Participant and ESL Student
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The American Pronunciation System
- Workbook: Instruction for mastery of the fundamentals of accurate English pronunciation: vowels, consonants, rhythm, stress, intonation, and standard speech patterns.
- Interactive DVD: Articulation techniques to accurately pronounce all standard English vowel and consonant sounds, as well as 299 of the most common words in English.
- CD: Audio recording of the rhythm, stress, intonation, and speech pattern units of workbook.
- Idiom Glossary for Business Professionals: Extensive glossary of business idioms used in the American workforce.
Examples from American Pronunciation System
Workbook & DVD Example - Pronunciation of Vowel Sound: /ɔ/
- Place your lips in the shape of an oval. Imagine there's an egg in your mouth.
- Keep your tongue just above the floor of your mouth.
- You should not be able to see your bottom teeth.
Sample sentences with the vowel sound /ɔ/:
- We're concerned about the cost of expansion.
- Dawn gave an awesome presentation!
- The boss has the corner office.
- It was thoughtful of you to bring me chocolates.