When I first speak with a client, many tell me that they do not know how their accent can change. It is a mystery to them. It seems un-doable, even. This makes total sense! When you speak with an accent (and we ALL have accents), you are not hearing how you speak. You have no reference. You …
American English pronunciation
Why Listening Can Help You Improve Your American English Pronunciation
If you are an international professional working to improve your English, listening is key. By ‘listening’ I do not mean superficial, lightweight listening, I mean REALLY listening. Listening is hard work and requires concentration. For the international professional, listening is the key to …
Adding Emphasis In American English
In daily life, when speaking American English, many instances occur when you want to add 'oomph,' emotion, or emphasis to your speech. How do we express emphasis in American English? Sometimes this is to express a good feeling ("Happy Holidays!" or "I love you!"), and sometimes this is to express …
