Learn how to pronounce, understand, and confidently use NFL and American football vocabulary in clear, natural American English.In this lesson, we cover general NFL American Football Terms with:• Clear pronunciation• Syllable and phrase stress• Simple explanations 🏈 NFL Gameplay VocabularyFumbleIPA: /ˈfʌm.bəl/Simple definition:When a player drops the ball before the play ends.Stress tip: FUM-ble (stress on first syllable)InterceptionIPA: /ˌɪn.tɚˈsɛp.ʃən/Simple definition:When the defense catches a pass meant for the offense.Stress tip: inter-SEP-tion (strong stress on sep)PuntIPA: /pʌnt/Simple definition:When a team kicks the ball away to the other team.Stress tip: Single strong beat (short, clear vowel)AudibleIPA: /ˈɔ.də.bəl/Simple definition:A new play called at the line after the original plan changes.Stress tip: AU-di-ble (first syllable stressed)ScrimmageIPA: /ˈskrɪm.ɪdʒ/Simple definition:The line where the play starts.Stress tip: SCRIM-mage (first syllable stressed)Play ActionIPA: /ˈpleɪ ˌæk.ʃən/Simple definition:A fake run play used to confuse the defense before a pass.Stress tip: PLAY action (primary stress on play)ShotgunIPA: /ˈʃɑtˌgʌn/Simple definition:A formation where the quarterback stands several yards behind the center.Stress tip: SHOT-gun (two strong beats, first stronger)CoverageIPA: /ˈkʌv.ɚ.ɪdʒ/Simple definition:How the defense guards receivers.Stress tip: COV-er-age (first syllable stressed)SackIPA: /sæk/Simple definition:When the quarterback is tackled behind the line of scrimmage.Stress tip: One strong beat (short, clear vowel)BlitzIPA: /blɪts/Simple definition:When the defense rushes extra players to pressure the quarterback.Stress tip: Short, sharp sound — BLITZ🔁 Quick Category Note Action terms: fumble, punt, sack, blitzStrategy terms: audible, play action, shotgun, coverageGame structure: scrimmagePerfect for:✔️ English learners (ESL / ELL)✔️ International NFL fans✔️ Coaches, commentators, and broadcasters✔️ Anyone who wants to sound confident talking about football🛍️ Shop Team 🏈Jerseys on Amazon:https://amzn.to/45idOgZ📌 NFL & Football Pronunciation Playlist from @tarlespeech:👉 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxEs-su4NimXTVt0_dR31Tebc1Z6rZv2z&si=gRxNHn6bV_0C-EzW📩 Subscribe to our weekly newsletter on Substack:👉 https://tarlespeech.substack.com🌎 Products, classes, and socials:👉 https://linktr.ee/tarlespeechImprove your accent, practice English pronunciation, and learn to pronounce English words correctly with Jennifer Tarle from Tarle Speech & Language.Watch NFL Games on Youtube: https://tv.youtube.com/welcome/?utm_campaign=ytv_dr_yttv_fy_2025&utm_source=cpc&utm_medium=&utm_content=txt&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=18842230507&gclid=CjwKCAiAvaLLBhBFEiwAYCNTf_yffvKbVlbAOg-Zi6-93vuQeuJFqfmRGjxhieGuYzhQHuJJ3msrPhoC-UEQAvD_BwE#NFL #AmericanFootball #EnglishPronunciation #LearnEnglish #AccentTraining #ESL #TarleSpeech