Today we are going to talk just a little bit about 'r' blends, and give you some quick tips on how to properly pronounce that sound with an American accent. A consonant blend is when two or more consonants are blended together, but each souns may still be heard in the word/blend. These sounds are unlike digraphs, which are two consonants that stand together but represent one sound (think 'ph' that sounds like 'f'). When it comes to R Blends the 'r' sound is always the strongest sound of the blend. When the blend is at the beginning of a word,...
How to properly make the 'R' sound with an American accent Paul Gruber goes through the Pronunciation Workshop's American accent training method of teaching you how to properly pronounce words containing the consonant 'R', with an American accent. Consonant ‘R’: Two things to remember when making an American ‘R’ sound:• Your mouth and lips come forward, like you are going to kiss.• Your tongue moves back in your mouth, NOT forward. Example Words: ‘R’ at the beginning of words: RockRipReach ‘R’ at the end of words or after a vowel: CarFarStar ‘R’ in the middle of words VeryDirectionArrange ‘R’ practice sentences:...
THE 10 KEYS TOWARDS IMPROVEMENT American accent training doesn't have to be difficult. Here are 10 keys to improving your English! The essential method by which speakers of English as a second language learns to pronounce American English is by imitating the pronunciation of American English-speaking persons. The approach should be as close as possible to those conditions of normal communication. Here are ten method that can help you reach your goal of mastering English: 1. Practice and listen. While eating out, listen to conversations in a restaurant. During your free time, listen to those around you speaking to others. Grab...
The Art of Conversation Part 2 in my 4 Part Series The Art of Listening! I believe that one of the key areas that is many times overlooked when learning English in the U.S. is NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION. The signals and affirmations in non-verbal communication serve to indicate feeling, meaning and understanding. That is why facial expressions, voice, body language and movement are vital components to having a successful conversation that easily flows. Conversation is a personal interaction that is all about sharing and caring. Everyone wants to be heard. If you are interested in others, you will be...
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