Video | BECAUSE Pronunciation

I want to talk about the pronunciation of BECAUSE in American English. I’ve noticed many students mispronounce the word because. This is a common and important word.

Because is a two syllable word. The first syllable is often reduced and sound like buh, b’cause.

The second syllable is cause. It rhymes with WAS.

Let’s practice some sentences. Say these sentences aloud with me.

Now record yourself saying these sentences and compare your pronunciation to mine. This will help you identify your mistakes as well as reinforce the words you are saying correctly.

I study every day because I want to improve. 

He was late because there was heavy traffic. 

The trip is canceled because of the rain. 

I like her because she’s smart. 

I want to buy a new car because mine is old.

You can instantly improve your English and sound more like a native speaker by practicing and saying BECAUSE correctly.

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