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Using Thought Groups to Improve Your American English Pronunciation

Saturday, November 21, 2009

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When Americans speak they divide longer sentences into sections called thought groups. In each thought group we emphasize the focus word and then briefly pause before the next thought group begins. Many non-native English speakers have never learned to use thought groups when they speak English. For some people this causes their speech too sound too [...]

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Syllable Stress in American English

Thursday, July 2, 2009

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In English words one syllable always pronounced with more emphasis than the other syllables. The vowel in the stressed syllable is lengthened and clear. We call this emphasis syllable stress. Learning to use syllable stress is one of the very best ways to improve your English pronunciation.

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American English Pronunciation Tips- Part 1

Monday, March 9, 2009

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Do you have problems communicating with American English speaking friends and colleagues? Read this ARTICLE to learn 3 strategies you must know if you want to improve your American English pronunciation!

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