AEE 2466: Picky Pronunciation Part 1: Should I Use 2 or 3 Syllables?

In this All Ears English podcast episode, Aubrey and Lindsay discuss the nuances of English pronunciation, specifically focusing on words that can be pronounced with either two or three syllables. Inspired by a listener's question about the word "restaurant," they explore various words like "probably," "different," "family," "every," "chocolate," "camera," "memory," "favorite," and "business," illustrating how native speakers often drop syllables in casual conversation. They highlight that while both pronunciations are often correct, the choice can depend on speaking speed, regional dialects, emphasis, or the context, such as in songs or formal speech. The episode includes a role play where they use these words in a conversation set in a family-owned restaurant, demonstrating the natural usage of both two- and three-syllable pronunciations. The hosts also tease the next episode, which will cover words with three or four syllables, and encourage listeners to observe how pronunciation varies in different contexts.