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What is the best way to learn pronunciation?
Pronunciation is trained by the mouth and the ear together. Reading about it is not enough.
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Step 4Estoy cansado.
I am tired.
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Say it out loud. Green landed, yellow was close.
Start freeA simple routine
- Pick one sentence. Listen to it three times without speaking.
- Say it slowly, then at natural speed.
- Record yourself and play it next to the original.
- Note one sound that differs and drill that sound in three other words.
- Return to the sentence tomorrow.
Focus on what is new
Every language has sounds English lacks, such as the Spanish rolled r, French nasal vowels or Mandarin tones. Find the two or three that matter most and give them extra time.
Do I need to lose my accent?
No. The goal is to be understood. A light accent is normal and does not stop communication.
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