AEE 2515: Finally Fix Your -ate Word Endings in English

In this All Ears English podcast episode, Lindsay and Michelle discuss heteronyms, focusing on words ending in A-T-E that have the same spelling but different pronunciations and meanings depending on whether they are used as a noun or a verb. They explain the general rule that nouns typically have a shorter "it" sound, while verbs have a longer "ate" sound, and provide examples such as "estimate," "graduate," "advocate," "duplicate," "delegate," and "separate." The hosts use role-play to illustrate how these words are used in context and emphasize the importance of paying attention to context to determine the correct pronunciation. They also encourage listeners to correct themselves if they make a mistake and to focus on connection rather than perfection when speaking English.