Questões de Concurso

Brazilian learners often base their pronunciation on spelling. This tendency is understandable, given that Portuguese pronunciation closely aligns with its orthography, making it easier to transfer these habits to the acquisition of a second language. Nonetheless, it is crucial to recognize pronunciation as a vital component of effective communication, demanding clarity and comprehensibility. In order to foment that habit, educators may use the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), which provides symbols that accurately represent the standard sounds produced during speech. Integrating the IPA to various pedagogical approaches can significantly enhance students’ pronunciation skills. According to IPA transcriptions quoted by Swan (2005, p.xxx), the words house, occasion, cheap, with, think are pronounced as follows:

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The final “s” in “ideas” (line 2) and “brains” (line 8) is pronounced in the same way.

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since is a correct alternative for “as”, in “as even people” (lines 11 and 12).

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The letter “s” in “this” (line 5) is pronounced “z”.

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The “ed” ending in “produced” (line 2) is pronounced differently from the “ed” ending in “performed” (line 6).