英语语音进阶 (22).ppt
Upgrading English Pronunciation and Intonation实用英语语音语调进阶Intonation patternsTwo most common intonation patterns:falling tonerising toneFalling toneWhat does it communicate?completioncertaintyExample of falling intonationFalling toneRead the following sentences after me.I love music.I can read musical notes.When is the preformance?Rising toneWhat does it communicate?uncertaintyincompletionExample of rising intonationRising toneRead the following sentences after me.Are you coming?Are you coming now?Are you coming anytime soon?Rising and falling toneStating listsrises on each itemfall on the last oneRising and falling toneRead sentences after me.Im free on Monday,Tuesday,or Friday.We need to buy milk,bread,and apples.Id like to work on weak forms,sentence stress,rhythm,and intonation.Intonation patternsListen to the dialogue.1.A:You know Maxs grandfather died?B:Yes.A:Well,hes left all his money to charity.2.A:You know Maxs grandfather died?B:Oh.A:Yeah,terrible,isnt it?ExerciseEnjoy a video clip and learn to use the appropriate intonaiton.