English Language Writing Skills

By Danso Kwasi Nti Samuel (DAS). Study the complete course source, examine every model and practise alongside Professor Jarvis.

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"The cat’s paw."

    ü The /p/ in paw is unaspirated due to its connection with the possessive cat’s. The

       phrase is pronounced [ðə kæt pɔː].

4. In Specific Phonetic Environments:

 In Non-Stressed Syllables:

  "The small pin."

    ü The /p/ in pin is unaspirated as it follows the /l/ in small. The phrase is

       pronounced [ðə smɔːl pɪn].

  "Please pass the pen."

    ü The /p/ in pass and pen might be unaspirated in rapid speech.

       The phrase is pronounced [pli