ETAW 1. L1. Minimal Pairs
2 or more words that are
different in the
pronunciation of only ONE
sound
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Why is it important to
differentiate them?
• A change in sound would mean a
difference in meaning.
–Examples:
• Ice / Eyes
• Boat / Both
• Tank / Thank
• Dough / Though
• Van / Fan
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• The correct pronunciation of a
sound will assure a better
understanding of words and
ideas as they are spoken in
English.
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• To differentiate Minimal Pairs,
we need to know what sounds
make up the words, and ignore
the word’s spelling.
(EXERCISES)
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