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This book- when used with accompanying compact discs and teaching aids - will guide you to fluency in spoken American English (America Ninglish). You begin by getting away from depending on the way words are written in English. Instead you learn to hear again, the way you did as a child learning your own native language! Here`s how American Accent Training has helped others... Developing a good accent is really a question of picking up the music of a language. You get the sense of: Which works you stress Where and how long you pause How you run your words together This special low-priced edition is for sale in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Myanmar and Sri Lanka only. Table Of Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: American Intonation Chapter 2: Word Connections Chapter 3: Cat? Caught? Cut? Chapter 4: The American T Chapter 5: The EI Chapter 6: The American R Chapter 7: Tee Aitch Chapter 8: More Reduced Sounds Chapter 9: "V" as in Victory Chapter 10: S or Z? Chapter 11: Tense and Lax Vowels Chapter 12: Nasal Consonants Chapter 13: Throaty Consonants Nationality Guides Index
This guide aims to help non-native English speakers achieve fluency in spoken American English by focusing on the musicality of the language. The program emphasizes listening and mimicking sounds, rather than relying on written English, to develop an authentic accent. It addresses key elements such as word stress, pauses, and the connection of words, guiding learners to internalize the rhythm and flow of American speech.
This resource is designed as a comprehensive audio-visual program for individuals seeking to improve their American English accent. The accompanying CDs provide auditory examples crucial for mastering pronunciation, intonation, and the natural flow of spoken American English. The structured chapters break down complex phonetic elements into manageable lessons, making the learning process systematic. It is particularly useful for learners who benefit from a method that prioritizes listening and imitation over purely grammatical instruction.
Page Count:
208
Publication Date:
2007-01-01
Publisher:
New Age International (P) Limited
ISBN-10:
8122420109
ISBN-13:
9788122420104
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