Russian Language for Beginners

25min

2,100 P

Russian Pronunciation for Beginners

Objective:

To introduce beginners to the fundamentals of Russian pronunciation and help them develop correct pronunciation habits.

Lesson Plan:

1. Introduction to Russian Sounds (5 minutes):

- Explain to the student that Russian pronunciation is largely phonetic, meaning each letter usually corresponds to a specific sound.

- Introduce the Russian alphabet and its sounds, highlighting differences from English sounds.

- Use aids to demonstrate the pronunciation of each letter and its equivalent sound in English if available.

. Consonant Pronunciation (7 minutes):

- Focus on the pronunciation of Russian consonants, emphasizing any unique or challenging sounds.

- Practice pronouncing individual consonant sounds, providing examples of words containing those sounds.

- Conduct a repetition exercise where the student repeats after the tutor to practice pronouncing consonant sounds correctly.

3. Vowel Pronunciation (7 minutes):

- Introduce the Russian vowel sounds, emphasizing their clarity and length.

- Explain the concept of vowel reduction in unstressed syllables and how it affects pronunciation.

- Provide examples of words with stressed and unstressed syllables to illustrate vowel pronunciation.

- Engage in a drill exercise where the student practices pronouncing vowel sounds in various words.

4. Word Stress and Intonation (4 minutes):

- Explain the importance of word stress in Russian and how it affects the meaning and pronunciation of words.

- Demonstrate how to identify stressed syllables in words and practice saying them with proper intonation.

- Engage in a short dialogue or sentence exercise where the student practices placing stress on the correct syllables.

5. Conclusion (2 minutes):

- Summarize the main points covered in the lesson, emphasizing the importance of regular practice for improving pronunciation.

- Encourage the student to continue practicing pronunciation outside of the lesson.

- Thank the student for their participation and conclude the lesson.

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