For many ESL speakers, pronouncing words with an American accent can be quite challenging. One of the biggest pronunciation challenges in American English is the consonant cluster /ND/.
You’ll find it in words like bend, pound, and kind.
A consonant cluster just means that you have to pronounce t...
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Get ready for an exclusive English lesson, teaching you all about how Americans pronounce 'T'. You'll learn insider tips and examples that will help give you...
Knowing the proper pronunciation of the American vowels /EH/ and /AE/, is critical for clear and effective communication.  Most non-native speakers pronounce these two vowels the same way and this can turn a word into a completely different word!
Failing to differentiate between these sounds can le...
If ou didn't grow up speaking English regularly, chances are that you reverse these sounds or they sound too similar in American English, which is confusing to listeners.
There should be a clear difference in the way you pronounce /UH/ and the way you pronounce the vowel(s) /AH/ or /AW/. (NOT...
In this American Accent Pronunciation Training Session, you’ll practice pronouncing the difficult, but important, consonant sound /R/. This lesson practices the American pronunciation of /R/ in many different contents to give you the most effective results.
As you practice along with the vide...
In this American Accent Pronunciation Training Session, you’ll practice pronouncing the most common consonant in spoken English. What is that sound? It's /TH/!
This lesson practices the American pronunciation of /TH/ in many different contents to give you the most effective results.
As you pra...
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....
Ah, the letter “R.” It’s one of those letters that can be tricky to pronounce in any language, let alone when you’re learning a second language! And the American R sound is especially tricky!Â
But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here is a guide on how to pronounce R with an American accent. Rea...
Trying to learn a new language can be a daunting task, especially when trying to master different sounds.
The English language has several unique sounds that can be difficult for non-native speakers to pronounce, but with practice and some tips, it's easier than you think! One sound in particular, ...
