by Heather Chetwynd | May 22, 2010 | Accent Modification
A guy walks into a bar. He’s relatively new to Canada and he likes beer. So, he orders his favourite imported beer. As he finishes his beer, he asks the bartender a question. “Next time I visit your bar,” says the new Canadian, “I’d like to order a Canadian...
by Heather Chetwynd | Jan 14, 2010 | Accent Modification
Here are some things you can do on your own to improve your pronunciation: • Speak more slowly — This is the best way to clarify your speech. Often, this simple change will greatly help people to follow what you are saying. It gives them time to process what...
by Heather Chetwynd | Dec 11, 2009 | Accent Modification
Do you have difficulties in understanding and/or being understood? The ability to participate comfortably in a conversation depends upon language and context. Understanding the culture, being familiar with the topic and concepts being discussed, knowing the idioms and...
