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OCR A-Level Spanish
5.0 Speaking and Listening Skills
5.3 Pronunciation and Intonation
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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
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