The #1 reason that most speakers are not easily understood is that the rhythm of speech they are using is not what most listeners expect when hearing spoken English.  

And to get even more specific, it’s knowing which syllables to stress or emphasize and knowing which syllables to rush or reduce....

Exploring the Impact of Vowel Length in Accents and Dialects

One important (and often overlooked) aspect of learning English is understanding how subtle differences in vowel length change the way words are spoken. In this lesson, we will explore the impact that vowel length has on the way we speak....

Learning to use correct sentence stress in American English is difficult, but it is so important if you want to be easily understood when you speak. 

If you are not using the correct sentence stress, your listener’s brain has to work harder to figure out what you are saying.  Since our brains ...

English is a tricky language. While some of its rules are straightforward, others can be confusing and difficult to master. Take sentence stress, for example. This concept is essential for mastering American English pronunciation, yet it remains largely unknown to many ESL students.

Let’s explore t...