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Speaker 1: Hey there, it's Michael here and welcome back to Speak

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Naturally in a Minute from Happy English. I'm here every

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Sunday with a quick one point lesson to help you

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improve your pronunciation, rhythm and intonation. Today, let's talk about

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another tiny word that changes in American English. Two. In

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everyday English conversation, two usually reduces to a quick, tough sound.

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I went to bed sounds like I went to bed.

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I need to study. Sounds like I need to study.

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The ooh vowel sound of two becomes the unstressed schwa

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sound uh like nice to meet you. I have to leave.

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I went to work. Okay, let's practice repeat after me

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I went to work, they go to school. I have

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to study. Now you're speaking like a native. Hey. Thanks

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for listening, and remember to follow and subscribe so you

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won't miss the next Happy English podcast and next week's

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Speak Naturally in a Minute. Until next time, keep learning

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and keep it cool.