Презентация 2 Яткина Архипова

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All About American English:
An Overview
Explore the nuances of American English,
its historical development, regional
dialects, and cultural influences.
Understand how it shapes communication
in the United States today.

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Historical Development of
American English
American English evolved through influences from
The spread of American English was shaped by
Native American languages, European settlers,
historical events, immigration, and cultural
and African languages.
exchanges over centuries.

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Key Features of American Vocabulary
Influence of Immigration
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American vocabulary is shaped by diverse cultural influences.
Regional Variations
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Different U.S . regions have distinct vocabulary and expressions.
Adoption of S lang
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Slang terms rapidly evolve and integrate into mainstream use.

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American English Pronunciation
Distinct Vowel S ounds
S tress and Intonation
American English uses specific vowels distinct from British
Sentence stress affects meaning; intonation varies across
E nglish.
sentences.
Consonant Clusters
Rhotic Accent
Pronunciation involves consonants combinations like 'str' and
American English pronounces the 'r' at the end of words.
'spl'.

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Grammar Differences in American
English
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S pelling Variations
Color vs. Colour, Theater vs. Theatre highlight spelling differences.
Preposition Usage
In American English, 'on the weekend' is commonly used.
Past S imple vs. Present Perfect
Americans often use past simple more than present perfect.
Collective Nouns
In American English, collective nouns are usually singular.

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Spelling Variations: American vs British
Color vs Colour
Center vs Centre
American English uses 'color'; British prefers 'colour'.
In the US , it's 'center'; in the UK, it's 'centre'.
Organize vs Organise
Americans use 'organize'; Brits often write 'organise'.

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Comparison Table: American vs
British English

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Conclusion and Future of American English
Evolving Vocabulary
American English continues to integrate new words.
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Influence of Technology
Digital communication shapes language usage trends.
Diverse Dialects
Regional differences enrich American English variety.
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