#EPAM_English How to sound like a native? Having an ac | EPAM Training Center
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How to sound like a native?
Having an accent is not embarrassing, but some English learners prefer to improve their pronunciation to be better understood and feel more confident while communicating
Follow the tips to perfect and practice your pronunciation:
Speak to locals
Even if you are not travelling at the moment, you can install a language exchange app, where people help each other to learn, correct spelling & grammar, and simply have a nice chat on video or voice.
Listen to the podcasts and watch films in original
Eager to know, how is English really spoken? Movies will help to grasp your vocabulary, catch some slang phrases, and upgrade your listening skills while enjoying the plot.
Mind phonetics
Explore numerous online resources and find free educational videos on how consonant & vowel sounds are used – YouTube is a treasure trove in this case. Keep on practiсing in front of the mirror to visualize your pronunciation.
Watch the pace and clarity
Apart from concentrating on what you say, try to focus on how you say it. If you want locals to understand you easily, read aloud, try to copy natives and work on the intonation.
Use idioms and slang
In casual English, these common phrases are a part of everyday life, and you will undoubtfully encounter them. But remember that slang is informal, and better not to use it in day-to-day professional communication.
Find more useful advice on our blog, and speaking authentically will be a piece of cake for you
