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Longer, natural sentences
Longer sentences with /ɑ/
Now try longer, more natural sentences. Your rhythm and reductions matter as much as individual sounds.
Challenge
Read each sentence twice:
- First slowly, focusing on /ɑ/ accuracy
- Then at natural conversational speed
Notice how /ɑ/ might slightly shorten or reduce depending on stress.
Analyze ↗Try this sentence in the analyzer“Tom stopped by the popular hot-dog stand on the corner of the bustling parking lot.”
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Tom stopped by the popular hot-dog stand on the corner of the bustling parking lot.
The watchdog barked wildly at the strange object lodged beneath the compost bin.
Ronald's grandfather forgot to lock the box of watches on top of his dresser again.
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