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Second language (L2) pronunciation and perception research explores how learners acquire and produce non‐native phonetic features, and how these are understood by listeners. The field has advanced ...

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April 23rd marks English Language Day 2024. On the occasion of this special day, the British Council has released a linguistic analysis specifying which English words are poorly pronounced by Spanish ...

Although many people hope to get away with the much easier “привет” (hi), remember that you should rather use its formal version “здравствуйте” if you’re addressing elders or strangers. The word comes ...

Even the most worldly people sometimes come across words they aren’t sure how to pronounce. It’s a state of not-knowing that is fraught with anxiety and insecurity. No one wants to be caught out in an ...

Even if you can't master a native accent, the key is to be clear and comprehensible. Anne Merritt offers five top tips. The tongue, lips, teeth and breath all contribute to the way a sound comes out ...

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