Today I want to talk about the reduction and linking of THAT in American English

That is often reduced when it is used to connect clauses. When we reduce THAT is sounds like that, that, that.

The pitch is slightly lower and instead of an A sound like apple, it is pronounced E like egg.

We link THAT to the word that follows.

Let’s practice some example sentences together.

She’s the one that I told you about. that I

I’m sad that you’re moving. that you’re

We think that it’s not a good idea. that it’s

You should know that we don’t agree. that we

Mastering the reduction and linking of common words like THAT will help you sound more like a native speaker, and it will instantly improve your listening skills.

When you master American English pronunciation, you can speak confidently knowing that your pronunciation is clear, accurate and listeners will understand you.

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