When pronouncing a name—whether of a person or place—always stress the last word.

Place Names for Practice

Names of People for Practice

1. New York
2. Central Park
3. South Africa
4. Venice Beach
5. Las Vegas
6. Palm Springs
7. North Dakota
8. Mount Everest

1. George Washington
2. Bill Clinton
3. Tom Cruise
4. John F. Kennedy
5. Martin Luther King
6. Julia Roberts