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Using Gonna
When speaking informally, “going to” often gets shortened to “gonna.” This happens naturally in rapid speech as speakers combine words for ease and speed. Here’s a simple explanation and some examples to illustrate this:
Explanation:
- “Going to” to “Gonna”: In informal spoken English, “going to” is frequently pronounced as “gonna.” This change occurs because, during conversation, people tend to speak quickly and look for shortcuts in pronunciation to make speaking easier and faster. “Gonna” is not used in formal writing, but it’s very common in casual conversations, text messages, and informal writing.
When to Use “Gonna”:
- It’s used to indicate future plans or intentions (similar to “going to”).
- It’s mostly used in informal settings.
Instructions: listen to the following sentences and repeat focusing on the sound of gonna in them.
Liam’s Plans with the Donation:
| Order | Sentence |
|---|---|
| 1. | Liam is going to travel to remote areas to document endangered ecosystems. |
| 2. | He’s going to buy new camera equipment for his photography projects. |
| 3. | Liam is going to hold workshops to teach photography skills for conservation awareness. |
| 4. | Liam is not going to spend the money on personal luxuries. |
| 5. | He isn’t going to ignore local environmental issues. |
| 6. | Liam is not going to delay starting his projects. |
Elena’s Plans with the Donation:
| Order | Sentence |
|---|---|
| 1. | Elena is going to establish a multicultural language center. |
| 2. | She’s going to create scholarships for students interested in language learning. |
| 3. | Elena is going to develop online resources for language learners worldwide. |
| 4. | Elena isn’t going to overlook the importance of cultural exchange. |
| 5. | She is not going to use the funds for non-educational purposes. |
| 6. | Elena isn’t going to limit her programs to only one language. |
Maya’s Plans with the Donation:
| Order | Sentence |
|---|---|
| 1. | Maya is going to fund research on sustainable living practices. |
| 2. | She’s going to organize community environmental education events. |
| 3. | Maya is going to invest in technology that helps reduce pollution. |
| 4. | Maya is not going to ignore the threat of climate change. |
| 5. | She isn’t going to waste the donation on short-term solutions. |
| 6. | Maya is not going to overlook local conservation efforts. |
