Intonation

[thedaffodils]

Originally Posted by Raymott

There's one way. You really need sound files for this.

Can I stress "I" rather than "LEAV-ing"? It conveys different info. as konungursvia and my British pointed out if I stressed different word.

E.g. I am leaving soon. ( It is I who is leaving.)

[Raymott]

Originally Posted by thedaffodils

Can I stress "I" rather than "LEAV-ing"? It conveys different info. as konungursvia and my British pointed out if I stressed different word.

E.g. I am leaving soon. ( It is I who is leaving.)

Yes, you stress whatever part needs emphasising.
Bill has left, and Jane has left. Soon I am leaving.

[thedaffodils]

Originally Posted by Raymott

Yes, you stress whatever part needs emphasising.
Bill has left, and Jane has left. Soon I am leaving.

Thank you very much. I am going to hit the hay.

Good night!

(I am not sure whether I apply the intonation appropriately this time. I think I need more practice.)