Accent vs Dialect, What is the Difference?

Accent vs Dialect, What is the Difference?

The terms “accent” and “dialect” are often used interchangeably, but they shouldn’t be. Accent refers to the manner a language is spoken, including pronunciation and prosody features of one’s language production. Dialect, on the other hand, refers to a broader group...
5 Accent Myths That Will Surprise You

5 Accent Myths That Will Surprise You

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...
10 Fun Facts about Speech and Hearing

10 Fun Facts about Speech and Hearing

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),...

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