Embarking on the journey to master a new language is both exciting and rewarding, but it often comes with its own set of challenges. For Spanish speakers aspiring to become proficient in English, one significant hurdle is learning the American accent. While effective communication is crucial, you may also want to preserve the cultural and...
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“Once you live in America for a while, you will pick up the accent.” That’s what they say, but is it true? Some people pick it up just by living here. But others have been in the U.S. for years, and they still have a thick accent. So, what does it take to develop the...
Tough; though; through; thought– Why don’t these words rhyme? Spelling in English is hard enough on paper. But pronunciation can be even trickier. There seem to be too many rules and exceptions. Where did all this complication come from? The simple answer: history. Did English come from Latin, Greek, or German? Yes, yes, and yes....
Globalization is becoming a new standard. People, countries and cultures seem closer than ever. If you have moved to the USA, you may be grappling with how to blend in without forgetting or disregarding your background. There are two main reasons why people seek American accent training. The first is because they have grown tired...
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...
The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) was developed to help you learn any language. The key detail though is in the name. It is indeed an international system of spelling and transcription. So, how can I use IPA to correct my pronunciation? What is IPA? IPA is the group of strange letters that appear next to...