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How to Tell the Difference Between Pronunciation and Accent

Group of adult English learners and instructors smiling in a classroom setting, standing in front of a world map during a pronunciation and accent training session.

If you’re a non-native English speaker, you’ve probably heard people use the terms pronunciation and accent as if they mean the same thing. You may have even been told that improving your pronunciation means “getting rid of your accent,” or that your accent is the main reason people sometimes struggle to understand you. In reality, […]

Accent Modification Accent Reduction What You Need to Know

Two students holding certificates after completing an accent modification accent reduction program with their instructor.

Many English learners and professionals want clearer, more confident communication, yet are unsure which path will help them reach their goals. Terms like accent modification and accent reduction appear everywhere online, but the phrase accent modification accent reduction captures how closely connected these approaches really are. Although the terms are often used interchangeably, it can […]