by Lisa | Feb 19, 2009 | Uncategorized
Here’s a YouTube video I just posted regarding a very common mistake that almost all of my students make when they first come for lessons.
by Lisa | Feb 17, 2009 | Uncategorized
As I stated in a comment below, I didn’t have time to cover all of the details of the American T in the YouTube video. Here are some more facts: This fast “d” sound occurs when a T is between two vowels but it also sometimes occurs when the letter T...
by Lisa | Feb 13, 2009 | Uncategorized
I have just posted this video on YouTube to help you sound more American. The letter “T” is pronounced like a fast “D” sound when it’s between two vowels. Here are some examples of words: “better,” “city,”...
by Lisa | Feb 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
Usually this is not a good idea. Often speaking fast will make your accent sound stronger. Here’s why:There are specific rules that native speakers subconsciously follow when they speak quickly. If you don’t follow these rules your speech will be harder to...
