Pronunciation

Long vowel sound /ɔ:/

1 Read and listen to the dialogue.

PAUL Do you like sport?
LAURA Oh, yes, it’s very important. I love skateboarding.
PAUL So do I! Are there any more sports you like?
LAURA Well, I like all ball games. Hmm … what time is it, Paul?
PAUL It’s quarter to four, Laura.
LAURA I have to go. I’m playing football at four.

2 Say the words in blue. Which vowel sound do they all have?

3 Listen again and repeat. Then practise with a partner.