Category: Pronunciation

We All Have Accents First things first – having an accent is totally normal. Everyone has one. Even native English speakers have accents. Someone from Texas sounds different from someone from Boston, and both sound different from someone from London. But yeah, there are some pronunciation patterns that can make communication harder. I’m going to…

English Pronunciation Is Ridiculous Let’s just acknowledge the obvious – English pronunciation makes NO sense. We have words like “colonel” (sounds like kernel), “queue” (just say Q!), and “Wednesday” (where’d that D go?). It’s a mess. But you know what? You CAN learn to pronounce these tricky words. It just takes some practice and a…

Have you ever wondered how to pronounce the word “salmon” correctly in English? It can be challenging to get the pronunciation just right, especially if English is not your first language. Fortunately, there are resources available to help you learn the correct way to say this word. The word “salmon” is a common food item…

Yes, the ‘R’ in ‘February’ is silent. This means that the word is pronounced as “FEH-broo-ary,” with the stress on the first syllable. While some people may pronounce the ‘R’ in ‘February,’ this is not the standard or correct pronunciation in English. In fact, many English speakers may not even be aware that there is…

Learning how to speak English fluently requires mastering the correct pronunciation of certain sounds, including the “th” and “r” sounds. These sounds can be particularly challenging for non-native speakers, as they are not commonly found in other languages. However, with a bit of practice and guidance, anyone can learn to pronounce these sounds accurately. The…