Video | How’s it going?

Today I want to talk about the cadence of the common phrase “How’s it going?” in American English.

Cadence is the rhythm and pitch of spoken English. We stress certain words and syllables, and reduce and link others. In my opinion, the best way to learn cadence is by listening and practicing over and over, until it comes naturally to you.

This may feel tedious, but like a song, you will begin to learn the melody and speak English more fluently and naturally.

So listen and practice these phrases aloud. Notice the reduction and linking, and how the words and sounds blend together.

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

Notice the linking. How’s it, How’s it

And the reduction of going. goin’ goin’

Keep practicing! Cadence is learned through lots of repetition.

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

How’s it going?

When you master the cadence of American English you can speak with confidence and your listening skills will improve significantly.

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