INGLÊS para INICIANTES - MELHOR METODOLOGIA | Aula 3

Summary

This video lesson focuses on using short answers in English, specifically for questions that can be answered with 'yes' or 'no.' It explores the differences in pronunciation between American and British English, particularly the sound of the letter 'T.' The video also covers vocabulary, including 'what' and 'which,' and the usage of 'what's this' for asking about things nearby and 'what's that' for things farther away. The lesson encourages learning contractions like 'what's' and highlights their use in everyday conversation, helping learners understand and speak more naturally.

Takeaways

• 😀 Short answers in English are used for quick yes/no responses.
• 😀 In American English, the letter 'T' between vowels often sounds like an 'R'.
• 😀 British English maintains the clearer 'T' sound, unlike American English.
• 😀 When answering positive questions, use 'Yes', and for negative questions, use 'No'.
• 😀 In formal settings, it's better to use complete responses rather than just 'Yes' or 'No'.
• 😀 The contraction 'What's' is widely used in casual conversations instead of 'What is'.
• 😀 'What' is used for asking general information about things close to you.
• 😀 'Which' is used when referring to specific options or choices between things.
• 😀 To answer questions like 'What's this?' and 'What's that?', the response should identify the object or item.
• 😀 Short answers like 'Yes, it is' or 'No, it isn't' are commonly used to avoid repeating the entire question.
• 😀 Context is key in determining when to use 'What' (general) vs. 'Which' (specific).

Q & A

What are short answers in English and when are they used?

Short answers are brief responses used to answer yes/no questions. They are used to quickly confirm or deny something. For example, 'Yes, I am' or 'No, I am not.'

What is the difference in pronunciation between American and British English regarding the letter 'T'?

In American English, the letter 'T' between vowels often sounds like the letter 'R'. In contrast, in British English, the 'T' retains its traditional sound and does not become like 'R'.

What are two possible negative short answers in English?

Two common negative short answers in English are 'No' and 'No, I would rather not'. Both are widely used to indicate a negative response.

Why is it important to choose a formal or informal way of responding in English?

Choosing a formal or informal response depends on the context and the relationship with the person asking. In formal situations, such as job interviews, it’s better to use more polite and respectful phrases like 'Yes, I would be happy to' or 'No, thank you.'

What does the word 'work' mean in this lesson?

'Work' in this context can mean 'what' or 'which,' depending on the context of the sentence.

What is the difference between 'What's this?' and 'What's that?' in English?

'What's this?' is used to ask about something that is close to the speaker, while 'What's that?' is used for something that is farther away.

What is the contraction of 'What is' in English?

The contraction of 'What is' is 'What's,' which is commonly used in everyday conversations.

How should one answer direct questions like 'What’s this?' or 'What’s that?' in English?

To answer direct questions like 'What’s this?' or 'What’s that?', you can say what the object is, for example, 'It’s a bicycle.' If you don’t know, you can simply say, 'I don’t know.'

How do you use 'What's this?' and 'What's that?' in sentences?

'What’s this?' is used to inquire about something nearby, like 'What’s this on the table?' while 'What’s that?' is used to ask about something farther away, such as 'What’s that on the shelf?'

Why is it important to understand contractions like 'What’s' in English?

Understanding contractions like 'What’s' helps improve fluency in speaking and listening. It makes conversations sound more natural and familiar to native speakers.