There are 44 unique sound in the English language.It can take a long time to learn them all.It is possible to improve your English pronunciation with daily practice.You can use flashcards to learn words.Videos and recordings can be used to learn rhythm and intonation.Ask a native speaker if they can help you.
Step 1: For each sound, study how to form your mouth and tongue.
If you want to learn how to speak each sound, watch a native speaker.Try to match that shape by looking in a mirror.English language learning videos can teach you how to shape your mouth, tongue, and teeth.
Step 2: You can make the "R" sound by rounding your lips.
As you speak, push the lips forward.Take your tongue out of the middle of your mouth.When you try saying the "R" by itself, use words like "right," "sorry," and "road."
Step 3: You can make a "L" sound by sticking your tongue behind your teeth.
The roof of your mouth should be behind your top front teeth.Don't make a shape with your mouth.Say "la, la" a number of times.Say words like "light," "love," and "lamp" once you get that down.
Step 4: You can make a "th" sound by placing your tongue between your teeth.
If you want to make a sound, put your tongue under your teeth.Air should flow between your mouth and tongue as you say it.Say "the" a number of times until you master it.Try saying words like "that," "this," and "teeth."
Step 5: You can make a "v" sound by resting your top teeth on your lips.
You should feel your lips and teeth vibrate as you make this sound."very," "voice," and "love" are words you can use to practice.You can challenge yourself with words like "verve" or "volvo" once you've mastered "v".
Step 6: It's a good idea to read a passage loud every day.
Daily practice is important no matter what stage of learning you are at.You can choose from a magazine, online news site, or book.You have to read it loud every day.You can start by reading it on your own.Ask a native speaker or English teacher to listen to you speak once you are more advanced.
Step 7: You can record yourself speaking to find out how you have improved.
You can use a voice recorder on your phone.Hit record and speak English into it.Play it back when you are done.What do you sound like?Make a list of words that you need to study more.You can find a passage from a magazine or poem.If you want to compare your recording to a native speaker, read a famous poem.Then compare it to a recording of a native speaker.How do you compare?Ask your teacher to listen to the recording if you are in English class.Ask them how you can improve.
Step 8: Talk to a machine.
It is possible to transform your spoken word into text.It will tell you if you say something wrong.There are a number of translation programs, a language learning program, and an electronic assistant program that you can use.If you mispronounce a word, these programs will ask if you meant a different word.
Step 9: The tongue twists are a good way to practice tongue twisters.
Tongue twisters are phrases that are hard to say quickly because they contain many similar sounds.These are a good way to practice your skills.The following phrases should be said correctly.Say them faster when you master them.She sells sea shells.Peter picked out a few peppers.There are red, yellow, and yellow vehicles.
Step 10: To be your English buddy, find a native speaker.
You can learn to speak English with a language buddy.Ask your friend if they can correct you when you make a mistake.You can find a language buddy on an online pen pal site.If they would talk on the phone or video chat with you.If you are in an English class, ask your teacher if they can help you find a friend.You can sign up for an exchange program if they know of it.
Step 11: You can learn how to say the word in a dictionary.
Audio samples for each word can be found in online dictionaries.To listen, click on the symbol.If you know theIPA, you can read the pronunciation symbols.
Step 12: Say the word out loud.
Break it down into its individual parts.Put the word back together after practicing each syllable individually.Place your hand under your chin to see how many syllables there are.Count how many times your chin touches your hand.The tap has a different sound.If you are pronouncingapples, you would break them up into ap/ple.
Step 13: For each word, create flashcards.
There are 10 sets of cards.This will help you understand the meaning and pronunciation of the word.You can use a flashcards app on your phone to make your own flashcards.You can add pictures to your flashcards.It will make your cards more effective.
Step 14: Write down the pronunciation of the word.
Write down how to say each word.This will help you remember how to say the word.There are 2 ways to do this.Put down the spelling of the word if you know it.You can find this in dictionaries.If you don't know how to spell the word phonetically, write it down.This method may make it easier for you to memorize.
Step 15: It's a good idea to mark which syllable needs to be stressed.
Each word has certain syllables stressed in it.To create flashcards, make a note of which syllable needs to be stressed.You can write the letters in capitals or draw a line over them.If you want to make it louder, say it with more emphasis.There are different rules of stressing in English.The first syllable of a 2 syllable word is stressed.The second syllable is stressed in 2 syllable verbs.The stress is determined by the ending of the word and the number of syllables.Most words that end in -ly or -er stress the first syllable.The second to last syllable is stressed in words that end in -tion or -ic.There are many exceptions to the rules.The correct syllable to stress will always be told by a dictionary.
Step 16: Every day, you can listen to podcasts and videos.
Listen to native speakers to learn pronunciation.There are many ways to improve your ear for English pronunciation.You should listen to at least one video a day.You can listen to a radio program, watch a TV show, or look up programs on the internet.
Step 17: As you listen, read a transcript of the video.
You can match the sound to the letters with reading along.You will begin to understand how words are spelled.Closed caption is turned on on videos and YouTube.As the video goes along, read the caption.There are some English language learning websites that provide transcripts.As you go along, you should read these.It is very easy to find the transcript of a famous poem or speech.As you listen to someone say it, read through it.
Step 18: Imitate the sound in the recording.
In English, there is a rhythm and pitch to your spoken words.There is a short clip from the recording.The speaker is trying to duplicate the rhythm of their voice.It is a good time to record yourself speaking.You should compare your recording to the original video.