This article is a gift to all our subscribers, where I share a unique accent reduction methodology. I will demonstrate it in a 45-minute lesson.
Start with warm-up exercises for the lips, jaw and tongue. You can find them in the apps Get Rid of your Accent (British English) or in American Accent App (American English). - 3 minutes
The second stage is articulation exercises to make English consonants crisp - 5 minutes. Bello is an example from our apps:
Repeat 3 times, keeping consonants clear and crisp.pt pt pt pt
kt kt kt kt
ptkt ptkt ptkt ptkt
bd bd bd bd
gd gd gd gd
bdgd bdgd bdgd bdgd
Practise one sound in words, sentences and verses, repeat each exercise 3 times -20 minutes
The next stage of the lessons - incorporating the target sound and crisp consonants in your mini-speech from your everyday life - 10 minutes.
For example, if I were practising the /æ/ as in “back” sound, I would highlight it in all words:
Today, I am travelling back to London from Selsey. It will take me two hours to get home. Traffic should be ok. I plan to manage on time to see my handyman.Finally, read a few sentences out loud - 3 times, noting the target sound and consonants.
It is important to drink water and rest between exercises. Use the mirror to check the correct position of your lips and jaw.
Warmly
Olga Smith