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This article, from the British Council Voices Magazine, highlights the importance of English 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 or the ‘music’ of English. Using incorrect intonation can lead to major misunderstanding, even if English is our first language!

If English is your second language 𝙖𝙣𝙙 you feel that your speech sometimes limits your effectiveness, then sharpening your English intonation skills can help minimize the chances of miscommunication.

The article explains two simple ways to begin improving our English intonation: be aware of how others use intonation and examine our own intonation. During the day, notice how others use the music of their speech to express themselves. Also, record and re-record your own voice regularly until it conveys the attitude you wish to express.

If you are interested in more formal training in English intonation, 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙚𝙘𝙝 provides customized lessons to strengthen your intonation for effective, clear, and confident speech.

How English learners can improve intonation | British Council What is intonation and how can you improve this aspect of your pronunciation? Fazle Muniem, a teacher at the British Council in Bangladesh, explains.

If English is your second language and you feel that your speech sometimes limits your effectiveness, then pronunciation or ‘accent addition’ training may be of interest to you.

Many professionals whose accent is different from standard North American English take specialized training to enhance their understandability, effectiveness, and confidence in various speaking situations.

If you are interested in accent and pronunciation training, please contact Progressive Speech at [email protected] or 1.780.233.6125 to schedule a free phone, online, or in-person consultation.

Robin Changarathil
Director, Progressive Speech Communication Training
#200, 6005 Gateway Boulevard
Edmonton, Alberta T6H 2H3
1.780.233.6125

Website: https://speech3.com/

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