As our world is becoming tech-savvy and English lovers, everyone wants to be the one who has both. The people who do not know how to properly speak in English are finding the English speakers very impressive and also intellectually sound. So are you one of them who wants to speak English just like Americans do? In this session, we would be learning some techniques which would help you to speak with the most popular American accent.
Today, this thing has become very important and it also has the potential to change your life for good. Through this post, you would be getting some tips and tricks which will be quite useful. By following all the rules and guidelines you would be able to talk just like native English speakers.
In the previous blogs, we have already seen how American English is different from British English. Hence today we will be able to see that by implementing and practicing all those things. While practicing, you would notice that the American English accent is oversimplified and this is because it is evolved through a regional American accent.
The American accent is also known as the General American accent or Network English. This is spoken by a lot of American people. American English is originated from the first English Colonists. They had brought the native English language along with them. So until then, there was no vast difference between the British or American accents. But it was observed that British English has undergone some major changes in the past two centuries but American English remained the same.
Now, you have known about the reason behind the difference between the two accents. So we shall move ahead to know about the tips and tricks that would be helpful to you.
1. You Must Learn To Speak Slowly
You might be wondering as to why we are saying this or you might be finding it very strange. But do not overthink. There are many languages that are spoken faster than English such as Hindi, Russian, Chinese and Spanish. What if you try to speak English just the way they are speaking and with the same fluency and speed? But you need to understand that with such speed no one would be able to understand you and this will confuse you as you are trying to learn something new.
So when you slow down a bit, the language would be clearly audible to other people. You can take slight pauses between the words as it will make your speech clear.
2. Try To Speak In Phrase
If you might have observed that Americans try to speak in phrases. They usually divide the sentences into small phrases that are considered as groups. These phrases are easy to understand if used while speaking and also in the written format.
You must try to adopt the speaking methods which has a proper pace a gives significance to the small phrases. Also, you must look for the words some important words that will enhance your conversation or message that you wish to convey. You can also try to look for your pitch. You must not have a high pitch while talking to someone.
3. Carefully Observe Your Syllables
It is very important to stress upon the right syllables or the correct syllables in each and every word. It will help you to make your speech better and also help you to sound clear.
You also need to articulate the vowels that would be used in the sentence. It should be with extra length in a slight rise in the pitch while you are having a conversation.
Conclusion:
All these above-mentioned points would come very handy and useful while you are trying to get the correct American accent. Stay Tuned!