How are the vowel sounds /ʊ/ and /u:/ pronounced by Scottish speakers? What on earth does Elf on the Shelf have to do with Scottish pronunciation? These questions and more are answered in this video - dive into a funny Christmas-themed lesson on vowel sounds, inspired by Scottish publishing house The Wee Book Company and its alternative Elf on the Shelf rhyming images.
If you love the comedy sketch 'The Voice-Activated lift' (or Voice-Activated elevator if you prefer!) but struggle to understand everything that's being said in it, this tutorial will break down its pronunciation and vocabulary for you, so you don't miss out on any of the fantastic jokes and references!
Sometimes Scottish speakers don't pronounce the 'mouth' vowel as you might expect, leading to misunderstandings. This video breaks down what you're hearing and why.
How do you get used to new and unfamiliar accents you find difficult? Watch this video to learn the secret formula which will transform your ability to understand Scottish speakers.
What makes Scottish English unique? Its vowel sounds of course! In this video, learn all about the vowel sounds used by Scottish speakers and how they differ from other varieties.
How many official languages are there in Scotland? Which will you hear on arrival? Do they sound similar? Watch the video to find out all about how people speak in Scotland.
Why is it easy to understand some Scottish speakers and not others? Watch this video to learn all about the Scots Linguistic Continuum and how it affects you as a listener.
Why do some people struggle to understand Scottish English? Watch the video for a summary of some of the main reasons.
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