There are many elements that you need to consider and ask yourself what are you looking to improve:
The truth about learning any language and speaking like a native is all down to the techniques we use to produce the correct sound; without it you are technically just mimicking. In order to acquire the correct English pronunciation, we need to learn the techniques used to create the sound; such as tongue placement, mouth shape, intonation and how to put it all together etc. Think of it as learning the precision of David Beckham’s iconic freekick. If your aim is to improve your English pronunciation, you need to start by building a foundation.
The best platform for learning how to say or pronounce specific words quickly is the Cambridge dictionary online. Just simply follow the instruction below:
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Please understand that this is to help you to learn how to say any word, it does not guarantee that you can pronounce any specific word correctly by mimicking the sound.
English pronunciation is complex and requires specific vocal training in order to acquire the skillset needed to help you to speak like a native. Speecheti can help!
Yes, mispronounced words will convey different meanings and lead to misunderstandings. This is where communication breaks down. At times it can be comical and sometimes it might get you into trouble. For example, Shoplifters will be “prosecuted”, not “prostituted”.
First of all, you need to understand the natural flow of spoken English. You can watch British movies and TV dramas to start getting familiar with it. In our opinion, this is actually the fun part of learning to speak English! We would recommend Downton Abbey, The Crown, Paddington and more. Pay attention and mimic their rhythm and stress. Remember to learn to pause, you are not running a marathon.
Yes, tongue twisters and pronunciation exercises are valuable tools when learning to speak English.
Some of our favourite Tongue Twisters:
Red Lorry Yellow Lorry
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers
She sells seashells by the seashore
Which witch is which?
Eleven benevolent elephants
Rolling red wagons
A proper cup of coffee from a proper copper coffee pot
Many non-native English speakers can read and write English to a very good level, but quite often they struggle with spoken English. Speaking well gives you confidence & allows you to convey your messages clearly & be understood properly.
People underestimate the real work that goes into learning English pronunciation and articulation. To do it properly, it takes time, appropriate training, discipline and hard work. There’s no shortcut to speaking well. We want results for our clients, not advertising income.
By speaking more, you will learn new vocabulary, slang & how to say different words. But learning to speak with a British accent properly requires adequate training. There are specific techniques behind it.
Learning English is not the same as learning to speak English. Native English teachers may not have the necessary skillset to teach you articulation & change your accent, they aren’t necessarily the best accent experts.
You need to focus first and foremost on your English pronunciation. In short, you will need to work on individual sounds in the alphabet before you can reduce your native accent when speaking English.
Yes, this is what we specialise in. While improving your English, we help make speaking well your style. Practice makes perfect! You just need to be disciplined, and follow our training & instruction.
Any level. You will learn to read and write English, as well as learn to speak like a native.
Of course you can! While learning the English language, we will focus on the development of speaking RP English.
Our classes are mainly online. However, training can take place at our UK corporate clients’ offices, and some exception can also be made for larger groups.
Your wish is our command. Whatever you need, we aim to improve the quality of critical communication between clients and staff.
Of course! We are here to make your learning experience as enjoyable as possible. In fact, this is the most popular request.
It varies from person to person. It depends on your expectation, English level and time invested in practising after class, but give or take about 3 or 4 courses, minimum 2 hrs a week. You can do the maths!
Each course is 30hrs.
Standard course: across 15 weeks – 2 hrs a week (1 lesson)
Fast track course: across 8 weeks – 2 x 2hrs a week (2 lessons)
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