Dropping the T in NT Words in English: Pronunciation Lesson

In this English pronunciation lesson, learn when and why we drop the T in words with NT. These words have more than one pronunciation, and native speakers in North American English say them both ways. Keep learning English with me, an experienced English teacher!

Watch until the end to learn the rule!

QUESTION:
Can you think of other words that with nt in which the T is dropped? Share in the comments!

Example words:
fantasy
intersection
international
enter
center
counter
wanted
painted
wanting
planter
banter
haunted


NOT: entry, intricate, interesting (with stress on IN), antsy
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