by Vivienne Zhao | Sep 18, 2022 | Accent Facts, Blog, FAQ
There exist many misconceptions about accents and accent training. In this article, I will bust some frequently-encountered myths. Myth #1 – It’s difficult/impossible to change my accent Have you been trying to improve your English pronunciation and accent by...
by Vivienne Zhao | Aug 6, 2022 | Accent Facts, Blog
The smallest bone in the human body is the stirrup, which is located in the ear. Teachers are most at risk for developing a voice disorder due to overuse. Many famous people have or had speech and language disorders, including U.S. President Joe Biden (stutter),...
by Vivienne Zhao | Jul 17, 2022 | Accent Facts, Blog, FAQ
I’m sure that ESL learners can all agree that pronunciation is the most difficult part of the English language. Why is that so, you may wonder? There are a few reasons, but one of the biggest culprits is the English vowels. In this article, I give you four ways...
by Vivienne Zhao | Jun 5, 2022 | Accent Facts, Blog, FAQ
What exactly is an accent? As an accent coach, this is another frequently asked question, not by my clients per se, but by the general public and “allied professionals,” such as English teachers. There are, in effect, two separate questions. Allow me to answer both in...
by Vivienne Zhao | Feb 12, 2022 | Accent Facts, Accent Tips, Blog, FAQ, Featured
Have you been trying to work on your English pronunciation and accent by yourself, scrolling through endless TikTok and YouTube “tutorials”? Perhaps you’ve taken some online courses, such as Udemy, or even lessons from an English teacher, but have...
by Vivienne Zhao | Jan 1, 2022 | Accent Facts, Blog, FAQ, Featured
You’ve spent years, even decades, perfecting your English. You have advanced-level English skills but are frustrated by communication breakdowns due to your accent. You have tried to improve your pronunciation using free online resources and perhaps have even hired an...
