Everyone might have a different reason for attaining a new accent. You might be an actor that needs to learn British accent, or perhaps you need to relocate and would like to blend in with the locals. Whatever your reason, learning a new way to speak is not as easy as it may seem at first.
A lot of effort and hard work are the order of the day. Not to mention, hours and hours of practicing to achieve perfection. Remember, the locals have been groomed their whole lives, as you have with your original way of speaking. It might take time before you feel confident or even adequate, but never give up. This is an essential milestone forming the basis onto which a more convincing accent can be built on.
The Queens' English for instance is very different to the accent found in Scotland for example, or even in Northern Ireland for that, matter. Some roll their r's whereas others do not pronounce the "T" sound out loud. The difference doesn't end there however; the language used also differs as does the words used in expression. The way sentences are structured can also be an important learning curve, especially if you would like to speak freely and without having to check each one first prior to sounding it out. This thought process might prohibit the flow of conversation and stifle your confidence.
By training the ear to detect tonal discrepancies, the task at hand might become a little easier and a lot more achievable. When engaging in a conversation with the local people, take a close look at how they pronounce certain words and how the sounds travel from the mouth to the ear. Often the shape of the mouth helps to sound the words out properly.
Successful replication depends heavily on how well the ear has detected these differences. Next step is to sound them out. Carefully study the mouth shape for each word and sound it out until you achieve the correction pronunciation and delivery. Repeat until it sounds right.
Another good way is to watch British actors, obviously in the dialect and accent that you are trying to replicate. Have the remote control handy, in order to instantly pause any diffuse word or sentence, and to give you the time, to practice immediately after they have said it. Listen carefully when you speak, then listen again to the actor's way of saying the exact sentence. This is good practice and a good tool for perfecting most commonly used words.
Try to watch programs on television, which are spoken in the accent of choice. This is a sure way to be able to repeat each sentence over and over again and to achieve a convincing outcome. As each day passes, your confidence will grow and your self-esteem will be boosted by the achievement that you have conquered.
As with all talents or experiences which you have acquired through sheer hard work, do not neglect your new found skill. Keep on using it, and expand your knowledge, so that you do not become rusty or lose it altogether. The saying "Practice makes Perfect" is entirely true, and will lead you to the accomplishment that you want to achieve.
A lot of effort and hard work are the order of the day. Not to mention, hours and hours of practicing to achieve perfection. Remember, the locals have been groomed their whole lives, as you have with your original way of speaking. It might take time before you feel confident or even adequate, but never give up. This is an essential milestone forming the basis onto which a more convincing accent can be built on.
The Queens' English for instance is very different to the accent found in Scotland for example, or even in Northern Ireland for that, matter. Some roll their r's whereas others do not pronounce the "T" sound out loud. The difference doesn't end there however; the language used also differs as does the words used in expression. The way sentences are structured can also be an important learning curve, especially if you would like to speak freely and without having to check each one first prior to sounding it out. This thought process might prohibit the flow of conversation and stifle your confidence.
By training the ear to detect tonal discrepancies, the task at hand might become a little easier and a lot more achievable. When engaging in a conversation with the local people, take a close look at how they pronounce certain words and how the sounds travel from the mouth to the ear. Often the shape of the mouth helps to sound the words out properly.
Successful replication depends heavily on how well the ear has detected these differences. Next step is to sound them out. Carefully study the mouth shape for each word and sound it out until you achieve the correction pronunciation and delivery. Repeat until it sounds right.
Another good way is to watch British actors, obviously in the dialect and accent that you are trying to replicate. Have the remote control handy, in order to instantly pause any diffuse word or sentence, and to give you the time, to practice immediately after they have said it. Listen carefully when you speak, then listen again to the actor's way of saying the exact sentence. This is good practice and a good tool for perfecting most commonly used words.
Try to watch programs on television, which are spoken in the accent of choice. This is a sure way to be able to repeat each sentence over and over again and to achieve a convincing outcome. As each day passes, your confidence will grow and your self-esteem will be boosted by the achievement that you have conquered.
As with all talents or experiences which you have acquired through sheer hard work, do not neglect your new found skill. Keep on using it, and expand your knowledge, so that you do not become rusty or lose it altogether. The saying "Practice makes Perfect" is entirely true, and will lead you to the accomplishment that you want to achieve.
Aucun commentaire:
Enregistrer un commentaire