Pronunciation of Past Verbs Ending in "ed"

Mastering the pronunciation of past-tense verbs ending in "-ed" is a critical skill for anyone learning English as a second language. The way "-ed" is pronounced depends on the sound that comes before it in the word, making it a unique aspect of English phonetics. This tutorial will guide you through the two key rules for pronouncing "-ed" endings and provide you with examples and audios to practice. By understanding these rules, learners can significantly enhance their spoken English clarity and sound more natural when communicating in past tense. Rule 1: Voiced Sounds If the sound preceding the "ed" is voiced , the "ed" is pronounced as /d/ : Play the audio for these words and listen attentively. Practice by repeating each word and recording yourself. Then, review your recording to ensure your pronunciation aligns with the rules you’ve just learned. hummed clothed muddled dragged breathed cradled bobbed used survived planned listened declare…