If you are a non-native speaker of English, or if you have a regional accent that makes it hard for others to understand you, you may have wondered what accent reduction exercises you should do to improve your communication skills. You may have also wondered if accent reduction classes are worth it. In this blog...
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Find out what accent reduction is all about.
The answer is yes. You can retrain your native accent at any age. But the younger you start, the easier it is. Your 20s is a great time to soften your native accent. The muscles that create speech operate on pure muscle memory. This memory is less entrenched than it will be in your later...
Do you have a thick accent? Would you like to improve your American English accent? There are many factors to consider when deciding whether to take American accent training. What are those factors? First, let’s address a sensitive topic. Can an accent be right or wrong? Is my accent bad? Many enroll in American accent...
American accent training can open the door to endless opportunities. Whether you’re already enrolled in accent reduction classes or thinking about signing up, make sure you are getting the most out of your investment. Let’s see how to do it! Selecting the right accent reduction course If you are pleased with your American accent training...
Do you speak English with confidence? Perhaps your lack of confidence in American English has more of an effect on your life than you would like. Can you relate to any of these scenarios? “To avoid misunderstandings, I rely on English-speaking friends or family members to communicate for me.” “I have a thick accent, so...
If you have made it your goal to improve your American Accent, you may find yourself in an uphill battle. So what are some tips that’ll keep you moving toward your summit? Check out these five ways to master the American accent: 1. Get to work on your American accent! True, this may seem obvious, but finding the time needed to...
A leopard can’t change its spots, and a zebra can’t change its stripes. But you can change your accent with the right methods and a little bit of effort. What is accent training all about? It is the process of modifying your pronunciation to the standard of the area where you live. Most people who...
It’s a myth that your accent defines your intelligence. Your career skills should matter more than your accent. But those skills must be paired with good communication. When people understand you clearly, they have more confidence in the work you do. This is why many people work to acquire the General American accent with American...
Everyone has an accent. But, most people don’t realize it until they leave home and go somewhere that the majority of people speak with a different accent. That’s when they see the need to “reduce” their old accent and acquire a new one. Many people come to live and work in New York City, San...
Many people want to reduce their accent because they need presentable English for work. For others, it’s simply because they live in the US, and they get tired of having to repeat themselves. It also helps with developing a good professional image. With a standard or General American (Gen Am) accent, more people will relate...