How to pronounce Toronto like a Canadian
A) Toronto's Nicknames
B) Questions
- What’s your city’s nickname?
- Do you know the nicknames of famous cities?
C) How do you pronounce Toronto?
D) Why
E) Pronunciation Challenge
Read the words below out loud and then do the quiz
- Geoffrey
- Etobicoke
- Yonge
- Wellesley
5.The Esplanade
6. Strachan
7. Spadina
8. Roncesvalles
6. Strachan
7. Spadina
8. Roncesvalles
Choose the correct pronunciation of the following street names and places.
F) Discussion
1. Do you know the meaning of your name?
2. Do you have a nickname?
3. How did you get your nickname? What name does your family call you?
4. What names do you think are popular today?
5. Do you prefer short names or long names?6. Have you ever changed your name or nickname or considered changing it? What motivated that decision?
7. Can you share a story about someone who has an unusual or unique name?
8. In your culture, are there any special meanings or traditions associated with names?
9. How do you feel about people using nicknames instead of formal names?
