Why Drop Sounds in English? Dropped Syllables: How to pronounce family

In this English pronunciation lesson, learn why we drop sounds in English and words with dropped syllables: how to pronounce family, interesting, Wednesday, jewelry, and more. Practice pronouncing these words with the list below. Keep learning English with me, an experienced English teacher!

QUESTION:
Can you think of other words that have dropped syllables in the middle of the word? Share in the comments!

Note: Some of these words can be pronounced both ways ("every" with 2 or 3 syllables), while others like "business" and "chocolate" are always pronounced with the dropped syllable.

Example words:
family (2 syllables)
chocolate (2 syllables)
business (2 syllables)
favorite (2 syllables)
every (2 syllables)
temperature (3 syllables)
Wednesday (2 syllables with the d silent)
jewelry (2 syllables)
interesting (3 syllables)
vegetable (3 syllables)
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