## Step 5 - Pronunciation

Pronunciation
The vowel sound /ə/ appears in many words in English. It is so common that it even got itself a name – Schwa. The Schwa sound is a short and weak vowel sound.

In this step you learn about Schwa. You should practice pronouncing it with words ending with -er.
Watch the video to get an introduction.

You have seen the introduction video about Schwa.
Now watch the video about the pronunciation of words ending with -er.

Now practise the pronunciation of these words with a classmate:

1. happier

2. sadder

3. funnier

4. smoother

5. sweeter

6. easier