Accents
The United States Of Accents: Hawaii English And Pidgin
In this installment, we talk about how English came to the 50th state and how Pidgin became central to the identity of Hawaii.
The United States Of Accents: New Orleans And Cajun English
In this edition, we talk about the accents found in southern Louisiana and the immigrants who brought them there.
Does Everyone Laugh The Same Way?
Laughter seems like an involuntary expression, but it’s actually shaped by many different forces.
The United States Of Accents: Dialects Of The East Coast Cities
In this installment of the United States of Accents, we cover a lot of ground by looking at the speech of Boston, New York City, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
The United States Of Accents: Midwestern American English
In this edition of the United States of Accents, we look at the varied dialects of the Midwest, which definitely do not sound like ‘Fargo.’
You’re Doing It Wrong: 4 Common Pronunciation Mistakes That All Language Learners Make
Whether you’re learning English as a second language or struggling to nail your French accent, there’s a wrong way to approach pronunciation, and it might be tripping you up.
The United States Of Accents: California English
In this edition of the United States of Accents, we explore what a typical Californian sounds like and why it’s so very difficult to define a ‘typical Californian.’
How To Improve Your Accent In Another Language
Haven’t nailed down your German/Spanish/Klingon accent yet? Here are a few tips to help you improve!
The United States of Accents: Southern American English
What is the Southern accent? Where did it come from? Why are we calling it Southern American English? All this and more are answered in this installment of the United States of Accents.
How American English Grew Its Wings
When did American English become distinct from British English? A brief chronology.
The United States Of Accents: General American
People love pointing out each other’s accents, but what about Americans who don’t seem to have one?
What Is The Sexiest Accent In The World?
Its popularity may not surprise you, but the reasons for it might.
And The Award For Best Accent In A Movie Goes To…
Ranking American and British actors on their cross-Atlantic accents in Hollywood movies.
The School Of British Accents — Learn The West Country Accent
Take a linguistic trip down to the West Country and learn the essentials you’ll need to blend in with the locals!