于守德---tom
Andy’s doing a good job, but his time is limited.这个句子中的is在口语里口语省略不读吗？
in this sentence, in spoken language i wonder if IS should be left out ?
Apr 8, 2011 2:54 AM
Answers · 9
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I'm not really sure what your question is. We don't leave out words when we speak. Could you clarify?
April 8, 2011
我所知的不是省略“is”不读，而是弱读，可以直接读成/z/
April 8, 2011
In this sentence, a weak form of IS is used. The length of the sound of IS is reduced. So it's hard for a learn to hear the sound.
April 8, 2011
Definitely no. When you say "his time limited" in (sloppy) spoken English with a questioning tone, you are actually asking "(is) the time limited?" Like "(are) you good?", "(do) you like it?", etc.
April 8, 2011
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