5.3 Pronunciation and Intonation

• How does Spanish phonetics differ from English phonetics?

  In vowels and consonants
• The letter 'h' is always silent in Spanish.


  True
• The Spanish consonants 'b' and 'v' sound the same, like the English letter b
• Why are Spanish vowel sounds easier to master compared to English?

  They are more consistent
• What sound does the letter 'j' make in Spanish?

  Harsh "h" sound
• The letter 'z' in Spanish is always pronounced like 'th'.


  True
• Words ending in any consonant other than 'n' or 's' are stressed on the last syllable.

  True
• What is the purpose of intonation in Spanish?

  Convey meaning and emotion
• Order the five basic Spanish intonation patterns:

  1️⃣ Statements

  2️⃣ Questions

  3️⃣ Exclamations

  4️⃣ Lists

  5️⃣ Commands
• Spanish has more consistent, pure vowel sounds than English.
• The letter 'c' before 'e' or 'i' is pronounced like "th".
• What sound does the Spanish vowel 'a' make?

  "father"
• The Spanish consonant 'c' is always pronounced as "k."

  False
• What sound does the Spanish consonant 'z' make?

  "th"
• Five basic Spanish intonation patterns

  1️⃣ Statements: Slight downward slope

  2️⃣ Questions: Upward slope at the end

  3️⃣ Exclamations: Sharp upward rise

  4️⃣ Lists: Rising intonation until the last item

  5️⃣ Commands: Firm, flat intonation
• What is crucial for developing proper Spanish pronunciation and intonation?

  Listening to native speakers
• How can you immerse yourself in listening practice with native Spanish speakers?

  Language exchange programs
• What should you apply in every conversation to improve pronunciation and intonation?

  Spanish vowels and consonants
• Stressing the correct syllables in Spanish is based on the word's ending.

  True
• How can you integrate pronunciation practice into your daily routine?

  Narrate daily activities out loud
• Narrating your daily activities out loud in Spanish helps improve your pronunciation
• How is the letter 'c' pronounced before 'e' or 'i' in Spanish?

  Like 'th'
• What is a key difference between Spanish and English vowel sounds?

  Spanish has pure sounds
• The Spanish 'rr' requires a trilled pronunciation.


  True
• Order the Spanish stress rules:

  1️⃣ Most words are stressed on the second-to-last syllable

  2️⃣ Words ending in a vowel, 'n', or 's' follow this pattern
• How is the 'rr' pronounced in Spanish?

  Requires a trill
• Which words follow the stress pattern of most Spanish words, ending in a vowel, 'n', or 's'?

  casa, jardín, lápices
• Match the type of stress with its accent mark example:

  Penultimate stress ↔️ mamá

  Final stress ↔️ árbol

  Irregular stress ↔️ teléfono
• In Spanish commands, the intonation is firm and flat.


  True
• What is intonation in Spanish?

  Rise and fall of voice
• How is the letter 'h' pronounced in Spanish?

  Silent
• In Spanish, the 'b' and 'v' sounds are indistinguishable.


  True
• How is the Spanish consonant 'b' pronounced?

  Same as English "b"
• The Spanish consonant 'ñ' makes a unique "ny" sound and is distinct from the English n
• Why are accent marks used in Spanish?

  To indicate irregular stress
• Listening to native Spanish speakers is essential for developing proper pronunciation and intonation.


  True
• Immersive listening practice helps internalize the nuances of Spanish phonetics and intonation.


  True
• Steps to integrate proper pronunciation and intonation into daily conversation

  1️⃣ Practice Regularly

  2️⃣ Focus on Key Sounds

  3️⃣ Emulate Native Speakers

  4️⃣ Integrate into Daily Life
• What should you avoid when pronouncing Spanish vowels to maintain clarity?

  Diphthongs
• Mimicking the natural flow of native speakers' speech helps improve your own rhythm