Pronunciation
Suffixes e IFS2508
G+
PRACTISE
ONLINE
En anglais, certains suffixes ont une influence
sur l'accentuation
du mot.
a. Listen to these words and underline the stressed
syllable in each one. What do you notice?
1. simple - simplistic
2. represent - representation
3. assume - assumption
b. Now practise saying these words in context.
Listen and check.
1. Barbie Savior has overly-simplistic views about
charity work.
2. Baldwin studied the problem of representation
in Hollywood.
3. Chimamanda's roommate makes assumptions
about her.
Rhythm
& Sounds
✓
Listen then say these sentences out loud, imitating the
rhythm of the native speaker.
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Baldwin explained how "entertainment is not innocent".
People like Barbie Savior perpetuate negative
stereotypes.
There are problems with representation in cinema.
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