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When the function word is at the end of the sentence, or if it’s used for emphasis, make sure you use the “strong form” of the word. Let’s compare a few sentences with weak and strong forms.
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weak form reduced vowel |
strong form full vowel |
| for |
I’m looking for/fɘr/ you. |
Who are you looking for? |
| to |
Would you like to/tɘ/ go? |
I’d love to. |
| at |
He’s at/ɘt/ the bank. |
Are you laughing with me or at me? |
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