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English with RikPronouns and How to Use ThemThis is a intermediate level lesson about what the most common pronouns are and how to use them. Personal, objective, subject, and object pronouns are all discussed.
There might even be a little bit of comedy :-)2024-12-0407 min
English with RikPronouncing the n vs ŋ SoundsThese two sounds are similar but knowing how to hear and pronounce each of these sounds differently will help you sound more like a native English speaker - and be better understood.
Put your headphones or earbuds on and learn how the sounds are made, then practice what you've learned with some time to pronounce them.2024-11-1603 min
English with RikPronouncing the Word THEWhat are the two ways can you pronounce the word THE?
What are the three situations for pronouncing THE in these different ways?
The answers are in this lesson.2024-10-0804 minEnglish with RikModal Auxiliary Verbs - Part 1Modal Auxiliary Verbs are so commonly used in English, it's hard to imagine speaking or writing without them.
In this lesson, you will learn how to pronounce and use the verbs: can, could, may, should, and should. These modal auxiliaries will be used to express politeness, permission, requests, possibility, and advice.
You will learn the grammar rules for using these verbs in different tenses and when you can and can't use them.
Dive in and feel the joy of modal auxiliary verbs!2024-09-0809 min
English with RikPractice Pronouncing the ɚ SoundThis lesson is about listening to and recognizing the ɚ sound in paragraphs along with other words, and also listening to the individual ɚ-sound words by themselves.
You will also get the chance to listen to and repeat some ɚ-sound words.2024-08-1604 min
English with RikPronouncing the Y SoundsThe letter Y can be a consonant or vowel and can be pronounced in four main ways. Start this lesson to learn how to make the Y sounds and when to pronounce it in those different ways.2024-06-0206 min
English with RikPronouncing the ʃ and S SoundsThe ʃ and s sounds are quite similar, and this lesson will help pronounce each of these sounds so they are different from each other - as they should be.
There is a full transcript available in the downloads area as well as handouts about the main points for making these two sounds.
You can also download the audio file that will guide you in pronouncing words that are in pairs, one word with the s sound and the other word with the ʃ sound in it.2024-04-2005 min
English with RikThe Difference Between Pronouncing the b and v SoundsIf you've ever struggled trying to make the b or v sounds, this lesson will help you!
In the lesson, you will learn how to make the b and v sounds.2024-03-2104 min
English with RikThe T SoundsIn this lesson you will learn how and when to pronounce the T in five different ways.
Have fun with the amazing letter T!2024-01-1011 min
English with RikSarcasmEnglish-speaking people use sarcasm often, and knowing how to use it can take your English skills up a level.
This lesson will explain, demonstrate, and prepare you for using this fun form of humour.
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https://www.patreon.com/EnglishwithRik2023-12-1507 min
English with RikPhrasal VerbsIf you are struggling with phrasal verbs, this is an introduction to why you should know them, how to use them, and some great examples and tips.2023-11-2107 min
English with RikThe Past Simple TenseLearn about the past simple tense.
In this lesson, you will learn why you should use the past simple tense, how to form it, what some of the most common irregular past simple tense verbs are and how to pronounce them.2023-10-1403 min
English with RikFour Forms for Discussing the FutureThis lesson is about using four forms of the future to express your ideas either when you are speaking or writing about the future.
The four forms in this lesson are: the present simple tense, going to, the present continuous tense, and will and shall.
2023-09-0506 minEnglish with RikIntroduction to Rik and the English with Rik PodcastThis introduction is about who I am, what the podcast is about, and why you should listen if you are learning English.2023-08-2501 min
English with RikVowel Tongue PositionsThis podcast is about how to position your tongue to pronounce vowel sounds well. Where your tongue is positioned is such an important part of making English sounds.
For each vowel sound, your needs to be at the front of your mouth, in the centre, or at the back. You also need to position your tongue low in your mouth, high, or in the middle.
This podcast is easier to follow if you have a vowel chart to follow along with. If you don’t have one, you can find one online by searching for VO...2023-03-2508 min
English with RikPronouncing the L SoundThis lesson is about using your lips, tongue, and throat to make the lll sound. You can do this!
The letter L can make two sounds; there is a dark L and a light L. This lesson is about pronouncing both of the sounds of this letter so you can sound more like a native English speaker.2023-03-0809 min
English with RikThe R SoundIn this lesson, you will learn how to use your lips, your tongue, and your throat to make the r sound. This is something you can do!
The letter R is the letter that represents the r sound and because it’s so common, pronouncing the sounds of this letter will make you more clearly understood in English.
This lesson is about the pure American r sound.2022-08-1205 min
English with RikHere and ThereIn some languages here and there don’t mean the same thing as they do in English. If you use these words incorrectly, people probably won’t understand the location you’re talking about accurately. This lesson will help you understand how to use two words. 2022-07-3112 min
English with RikThe Vowel LadderAre you looking for help pronouncing English vowels, or maybe you’re having trouble pronouncing the R sound? If you are, this lesson is for you.
In this lesson you will learn about the vowels, which are: A, E, I, O, U, and sometimes Y. You’ll also learn a bit about the R because some people consider it a semivowel.
This lesson progresses from the easiest vowel sounds to the most difficult, just like a ladder that’s easy to climb at the bottom and more difficult at the top.2022-07-2409 min
English with RikVowel TypesThis lesson will help you pronounce English vowels well. After you finish this lesson, you will know how to practice making the sounds – moving your tongue, jaw, and lips – making your muscles stronger and faster so you will pronounce the sounds well. By following this lesson, you will know what the vowel types are, and you will be able to understand instructions about how to move your tongue, jaw, and lips to make sounds – then, you’re on your way to better English pronunciation. Oh, and take notes, there will be a test...2022-07-0613 min
English with RikPronouncing the a: (AW) SoundThis is an English lesson about pronouncing the a: (AW) sound.2022-07-0303 min