Speaking Prompts
Read the prompt, listen to the audio, then record your voice. Focus on PIE — pronunciation, intonation, and expression — to clearly show the meaning of similar-sounding or same-looking words.
Date vs Date
She circled the date on the calendar and smiled. It was the date of their first date. Every year, they celebrated that date with a quiet dinner, remembering that special date.
PIE SPEAK: Date - Same spelling and sound, different meaning.
Pronunciation
Day of the month = DAYT (noun)
Romantic meeting = DAYT (noun)
Intonation Practice
What’s today’s DAYT?
She has a DAYT tonight.
Mark the DAYT on the calendar.
Their first DAYT was at the café.
Expression Tip
Same pronunciation. Let context guide the meaning.