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Accent training is a systematic method for adjusting pronunciation, stress patterns, and speech rhythm to communicate more clearly.

Training typically addresses three key components:

• Sound system: mastering the specific mouth positions and airflow needed for each sound
• Intonation: adopting the rise and fall of pitch that native speakers use naturally
• Word emphasis: understanding which parts of words and sentences to emphasise

A practical illustration: saying "I didn't SAY he stole the money" versus "I didn't say HE stole the money" changes meaning entirely through stress.

The goal is not to erase your identity but to improve clarity so listeners understand you effortlessly.

A private accent reduction session in Allesley generally runs about £20/h.

Prices differ based on:

• Whether you need British RP, American, or another specific accent
• Your tutor's training in phonetics or speech therapy
• Session length and frequency
• Lesson format

Some tutors provide a free trial lesson so you can assess their approach before committing.

These fundamental patterns explain how most English words are pronounced:

• Short words have short vowels: When a single vowel sits between consonants in a short word, it produces a quick, clipped sound.
• Magic E rule: Adding an "e" at the end changes "cap" to "cape" and "bit" to "bite."
• Two vowels together: In words like "team" and "road," the first vowel is long and the second stays silent.
• Double consonants shorten vowels: Doubling a consonant protects the short vowel sound: compare "hoping" with "hopping."

These patterns cover roughly 80% of common English words, making them powerful tools for learners.

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