Welcome to Day 2! Today we look at all you can do with a simple word that is so common in American English: really.

This two-syllable word can be used to express strong emotions and attitudes, all by changing the tone of your voice.

Really?! Really!!

Listen to how we show mild doubt, surprise, extreme disbelief, and curiosity by changing our pitch and lengthening the stressed syllable.

You can also use the word "really" to tease or poke fun at another person. 

Last but not least, you can use the simple word to affirm something, or say yes when someone has expressed disbelief!

Watch the video once, and then go back, repeat the video, and pause to practice as many times as necessary.

Remember, you may need to replace the default intonation you've developed over time.

With practice, the different patterns will become more familiar to you, and you'll notice that you sound more expressive.

You can also apply this pattern to other words.

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