Apply Caution In Pronouncing "Divorce"- Enrich Your English - 142

Summary

In this video, the host discusses the correct pronunciation of the word 'divorce' in English, highlighting the differences between British and American pronunciations. British English favors the silent 'R', while American English pronounces it. The video also explores the meaning of 'divorce' as both a legal term and a metaphor for separation. To further enrich English skills, the host shares five powerful speeches from history that are great examples of fluent and impactful language. These speeches include famous addresses from figures like Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King, and Steve Jobs.

Takeaways

• 😀 William Shakespeare's quote encourages people to embrace greatness in various forms, whether born with it, achieving it, or having it thrust upon them.
• 😀 The script discusses the correct pronunciation of the word 'divorce' in Indian English, comparing British and American pronunciations.
• 😀 In British English, the 'R' in 'divorce' is silent, while in American English, it is pronounced.
• 😀 The word 'divorce' refers to the legal end of a marriage and can also figuratively mean separation from something.
• 😀 A common mispronunciation is saying 'divorce' as 'divorse' or 'diverse' – this is incorrect.
• 😀 Sentences like 'After 10 years of marriage, the couple sought divorce' and 'The divorce rate in India is increasing' provide examples of how 'divorce' should be used correctly in context.
• 😀 The phrase 'divorce politics from education' emphasizes the separation of two unrelated concepts.
• 😀 For effective public speaking, focusing on fluency in language is essential for delivering a powerful speech.
• 😀 The script recommends 5 top speeches for studying powerful speech delivery: Winston Churchill's 'We Shall Fight on the Beaches', Jawaharlal Nehru's 'Tryst with Destiny', Martin Luther King's 'I Have a Dream', Nelson Mandela's 'I Am Prepared to Die', and Steve Jobs' 'How to Live Before You Die'.
• 😀 The script encourages practice and improvement in English pronunciation, specifically focusing on the proper enunciation of 'divorce'.

Q & A

What does the quote by William Shakespeare, 'Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust upon them,' mean?

This quote means that greatness can be achieved in different ways: some are born with it, others work to achieve it, and some people are placed in positions of greatness unexpectedly.

What is the main topic of the video?

The main topic of the video is the pronunciation of the word 'divorce' and its proper usage, as well as a brief discussion on famous speeches.

How is the word 'divorce' pronounced in India according to the video?

The video mentions that there are two ways the word 'divorce' is pronounced in India, but only one is correct. The correct pronunciation follows British English where the 'r' is silent.

How is 'divorce' pronounced in British and American English?

In British English, the 'r' in 'divorce' is silent, while in American English, the 'r' is pronounced.

What does the word 'divorce' mean?

'Divorce' refers to the legal ending of a marriage. Figuratively, it can also mean a separation from something.

What should we avoid saying when referring to 'divorce'?

We should avoid saying 'divorce' with a pronounced 'r' in British English. The correct pronunciation is 'divorce' with the 'r' silent.

Can you provide an example sentence using the word 'divorce'?

Sure! Example: 'After 10 years of marriage, the couple sought divorce.'

What is the significance of the rising divorce rate in India mentioned in the video?

The video highlights that the divorce rate in India is increasing alarmingly, pointing to a societal shift and emphasizing the need for attention to this trend.

What is the connection between politics and education as mentioned in the video?

The video suggests that politics should be separated from education, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a clear boundary between the two for the well-being of education.

What are some of the powerful speeches mentioned in the video?

The video mentions five powerful speeches: 'We Shall Fight on the Beaches' by Winston Churchill (1940), 'A Tryst with Destiny' by Jawaharlal Nehru (1947), 'I Have a Dream' by Martin Luther King (1963), 'I Am Prepared to Die' by Nelson Mandela (1964), and 'How to Live Before You Die' by Steve Jobs (2005).