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Author: Carol Edgel, M.Ed., CCC-SLP

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The Clarity Accent Modification podcast is committed to teaching adults how to modify their speech to be better understood in social or professional settings. Learn how to pronounce American vowels and consonants correctly, and understand the differences in rhythm, pitch, and syllable stress that can make you more or less intelligible to others. English is not always spelled the way it is pronounced, and tricky words are discussed. Be more confident speaking with friends, family, co-workers and clients. Communication is a key factor in business and social relationships, so if you are living or working with Americans, modifying your accent so that you are better understood can increase your confidence.
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Patterns of Syllable Stress in American English – Part 5 | Word Variations & Parts of Speech In this video, we’ll explore how syllable stress changes depending on a word’s part of speech — like the difference between a noun and a verb. Understanding these patterns will help you sound more natural and avoid common pronunciation mistakes. ✔️ Learn how stress shifts in word pairs like “record,” “permit,” and “increase” ✔️ Understand the difference in stress between nouns, verbs, and adjectives ✔️ Improve your pronunciation, grammar awareness, and speaking fluency This is Part 5 of a series on syllable stress in Standard American English. Ideal for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone looking to sound more confident and accurate in English. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #syllablestress #partsofspeech #wordstress #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
Pitch, Tone & Prosody – Part 2 | Practice Prosody Using Pitch and Tone In this video, we’ll begin practicing prosody — the natural rhythm and melody of speech — by focusing on pitch and tone. Mastering prosody is one of the most important steps to sounding fluent and natural in American English. ✔️ Learn how pitch rises and falls in everyday conversation ✔️ Practice tone variations to express meaning and emotion ✔️ Start building the rhythm and flow of Standard American English This is Part 2 of a multi-part series designed for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone looking to refine their speech for clarity and confidence. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #prosody #pitchandtone #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
Final Sounds: Voiced or Unvoiced? | Word Quiz & Listening Practice In this video, we’ll test your ability to hear the difference between voiced and unvoiced final consonant sounds in American English. Changing the voicing of a final sound can completely change the meaning of the word — so it’s important to train your ear to catch it! ✔️ Listen for subtle differences between final voiced and unvoiced consonants ✔️ Practice with a word quiz to sharpen your listening and pronunciation skills ✔️ Learn how voicing changes affect meaning and clarity in English Perfect for ESL learners, pronunciation students, and anyone who wants to speak more clearly and understand English more easily. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #voicedvsunvoiced #finalsounds #pronunciationquiz #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
Patterns of Syllable Stress in American English – Part 4 | Compound Words & Phrasal Verbs In this video, we’ll look at how syllable stress works in compound words and phrasal verbs in American English. These types of words follow specific stress patterns that can completely change the meaning if used incorrectly. ✔️ Learn stress rules for compound nouns like “greenhouse” vs. “green house” ✔️ Practice phrasal verbs like “give up,” “look out,” and “take off” ✔️ Improve your rhythm, clarity, and natural flow in everyday speech This is Part 4 of a series on syllable stress in Standard American English. Great for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone working on clear, confident pronunciation. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #syllablestress #compoundwords #phrasalverbs #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
Long U vs. Horseshoe U (ʊ) | Hear the Difference & Take the Quiz In this video, you’ll learn the difference between the Long U sound (/uː/ as in blue or room) and the Horseshoe U sound (/ʊ/ as in book or put) in Standard American English. Then, you’ll take a reading quiz to practice saying them correctly. ✔️ Hear side-by-side examples of the two vowel sounds ✔️ Focus on words spelled with “oo” — which ones use Long U and which ones use Horseshoe U ✔️ Take a reading quiz to train your ear and mouth to tell them apart Perfect for ESL learners, pronunciation students, and anyone who wants to speak American English with clarity and confidence. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #longuvshorseshoeu #oosound #pronunciationquiz #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
Pitch, Tone & Prosody – Part 1 | Practice Prosody Using Pitch and Tone In this video, we’ll begin practicing prosody — the natural rhythm and melody of speech — by focusing on pitch and tone. Mastering prosody is one of the most important steps to sounding fluent and natural in American English. ✔️ Learn how pitch rises and falls in everyday conversation ✔️ Practice tone variations to express meaning and emotion ✔️ Start building the rhythm and flow of Standard American English This is Part 1 of a multi-part series designed for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone looking to refine their speech for clarity and confidence. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #prosody #pitchandtone #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
Commonly Mispronounced Words in American English | Real Client Review #33    In this video, we’re reviewing real client pronunciation challenges—featuring words that are commonly mispronounced in Standard American English. These examples come directly from an accent coaching session and are perfect for practice if you're working on clear, confident English.   ✔️ Improve your pronunciation of tricky American English words ✔️ Hear which letters might be pronounced differently than you think ✔️ Practice saying each word with correct pronunciation    Commonly Mispronounced Words in American English | Real Client Review #31  In this video, we’re reviewing real client pronunciation challenges—featuring words that are commonly mispronounced in Standard American English. These examples come directly from an accent coaching session and are perfect for practice if you're working on clear, confident English. ✔️ Improve your pronunciation of tricky American English words ✔️ Hear which letters might be pronounced differently than you think ✔️ Practice saying each word with correct pronunciation  The words we discuss in this video are: The words we discuss in this video are: ancient, origin, extraordinary, entrepreneurial, sagas, natural, tours, located, category, extensive, extent, quarterly   Ready to sharpen your accent and be better understood at work or in social situations? Learn how to speak with a Standard American English (SAE) accent. 👉 Want to work with me? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to sign up for a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice.   #accenttraining #americanenglish #englishpronunciation #clarityaccent #commonlymispronouncedwords #esl #speakclearly  
Patterns of Syllable Stress in American English – Part 3 | Three-Syllable Words In this video, we’ll explore how to identify and use the correct syllable stress in three-syllable words in American English. Getting the stress right is essential for sounding natural and being clearly understood. ✔️ Learn common stress patterns in three-syllable nouns, verbs, and adjectives ✔️ Practice with examples like “family,” “remember,” and “excellent” ✔️ Improve your pronunciation, fluency, and listening skills This is Part 3 of a series on syllable stress in Standard American English. Perfect for ESL learners, professionals, and advanced speakers working on clarity and confidence. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #syllablestress #threesyllablewords #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
TR Blends Practice Video | Why “TR” Sounds Like “CH” in American English In Standard American English, the “TR” blend is often pronounced more like a “CH” sound. In this video, we’ll practice this common pronunciation pattern using real words and sentences to help you sound more natural and fluent. ✔️ Hear how “TR” changes in words like “tree,” “train,” and “try” ✔️ Practice the sound shift from /tɹ/ to /ʧɹ/ ✔️ Build confidence and fluency through repetition and sentence practice Great for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone working on smoothing out their American English accent. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #trblend #chsound #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
Commonly Mispronounced Words in American English | Real Client Review #32  In this video, we’re reviewing real client pronunciation challenges—featuring words that are commonly mispronounced in Standard American English. These examples come directly from an accent coaching session and are perfect for practice if you're working on clear, confident English. ✔️ Improve your pronunciation of tricky American English words ✔️ Hear which letters might be pronounced differently than you think ✔️ Practice saying each word with correct pronunciation  The words we discuss in this video are: hot sheet eggs regime levied food dishwasher watched surprised puzzled busy municipalities plateau   Ready to sharpen your accent and be better understood at work or in social situations? Learn how to speak with a Standard American English (SAE) accent. 👉 Want to work with me? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to sign up for a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice.   #accenttraining #americanenglish #englishpronunciation #clarityaccent #commonlymispronouncedwords #esl #speakclearly
Patterns of Syllable Stress in American English – Part 2 | Two-Syllable Verbs In this video, we’ll focus on how syllable stress works in two-syllable verbs in American English. Verbs often follow different stress patterns than nouns and adjectives, and using the wrong stress can affect how well you're understood. ✔️ Learn common stress rules for two-syllable verbs ✔️ Practice with examples like “begin,” “decide,” and “reply” ✔️ Improve your pronunciation and fluency in both casual and formal speech This is Part 2 of a series on syllable stress patterns in Standard American English. Great for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone looking to speak more clearly and naturally. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #syllablestress #verbs #wordstress #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
How to Reduce a Slovakian Accent | Speak with a Standard American English Accent In this video, you’ll listen to a Slovakian accent sample and learn how to adjust specific sounds, rhythm, and intonation to move closer to a Standard American English accent. We’ll break down the key pronunciation patterns and prosody features that can be modified for clearer, more native-like speech. ✔️ Identify common vowel and consonant substitutions ✔️ Learn how to adjust stress, pitch, and speech rhythm ✔️ Practice targeted changes to sound more fluent and confident Accent sample obtained from: https://www.dialectsarchive.com/ 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #slovakianaccent #accentreduction #americanenglish #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #esl
Commonly Mispronounced Words in American English | Real Client Review #31  In this video, we’re reviewing real client pronunciation challenges—featuring words that are commonly mispronounced in Standard American English. These examples come directly from an accent coaching session and are perfect for practice if you're working on clear, confident English. ✔️ Improve your pronunciation of tricky American English words ✔️ Hear which letters might be pronounced differently than you think ✔️ Practice saying each word with correct pronunciation  The words we discuss in this video are: encouraging individual machines schedule other solidifies minor anchored though transaction represent representation   Ready to sharpen your accent and be better understood at work or in social situations? Learn how to speak with a Standard American English (SAE) accent. 👉 Want to work with me? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to sign up for a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice.   #accenttraining #americanenglish #englishpronunciation #clarityaccent #commonlymispronouncedwords #esl #speakclearly
Patterns of Syllable Stress in American English – Part 1 | One- and Two-Syllable Nouns & Adjectives In this video, we’ll explore how syllable stress works in one- and two-syllable nouns and adjectives in American English. Knowing which syllable to stress can help you sound more fluent, professional, and easy to understand. ✔️ Learn common stress rules for short nouns and adjectives ✔️ Hear examples like “table,” “happy,” and “window” ✔️ Improve your pronunciation, rhythm, and overall clarity This is Part 1 of a series on syllable stress patterns in Standard American English. Perfect for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone working on spoken fluency. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #syllablestress #wordstress #accenttraining #clarityaccent #englishpronunciation #speakclearly #esl
How to Pronounce the OY Diphthong in Standard American English | Practice with  Words and SEntences In this video, we’ll practice how to pronounce the OY diphthong in Standard American English — a combination of two vowel sounds that glide together smoothly. You’ll hear this sound in words like “boy,” “choice,” and “employee.” ✔️ Learn how to shape your mouth to pronounce the OY diphthong clearly ✔️ Practice with common vocabulary and real-life examples ✔️ Improve your fluency and natural rhythm in spoken English Perfect for ESL learners, accent students, and professionals looking to speak with clarity and confidence. 👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #americanenglish #oydiphthong #vowelsounds #accenttraining #clarityaccent #englishpronunciation #speakclearly #esl
How to Say “It’d,” “They’d,” “She’d”: Contractions with Would and Had | Accent Training Tips In this video, we’ll break down how native English speakers naturally use and pronounce contractions with 'would' and 'had' in everyday speech. ✔️ Learn the difference between “she’d gone” (had) and “she’d like to” (would) ✔️ Practice the rhythm and reduced sounds for smoother, more natural speech ✔️ Improve your American English accent and listening skills Perfect for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone looking to sound more fluent and confident in English. 👉 Subscribe for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice!   👉 Want to work with me? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to sign up for a session.    Prefer towatch? Follow the youTube version on the @clarityaccent channel. #accenttraining #americanenglish #englishpronunciation #esl #fluentspeech #contractions
Commonly Mispronounced Words in American English | Real Client Review #30 In this video, we’re reviewing real client pronunciation challenges—featuring words that are commonly mispronounced in Standard American English. These examples come directly from an accent coaching session and are perfect for practice if you're working on clear, confident English. ✔️ Improve your pronunciation of tricky American English words ✔️ Hear which letters might be pronounced differently than you think ✔️ Practice saying each word with correct pronunciation Ready to sharpen your accent and be better understood at work or in social situations? Learn how to speak with a Standard American English (SAE) accent. 👉 Want to work with me? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to sign up for a session. 🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice. #accenttraining #americanenglish #englishpronunciation #clarityaccent #commonlymispronouncedwords #esl #speakclearly
How to Use “FROM” Correctly in American English | Common Phrases & Examples Confused about when to use the preposition “from” in American English? In this video, we’ll go over real examples of how native speakers use “from” in everyday phrases and sentences. Using the wrong preposition can confuse your listener—so let's clear that up!   ✔️ Learn how to use “from” in clear, natural-sounding sentences ✔️ Practice phrases like “from start to finish” and “from home” ✔️ Avoid common preposition mistakes in American English   This is perfect for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone improving their English fluency and accuracy.   👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session.   🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice.   #americanenglish #prepositions #englishgrammar #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakenglishclearly  
How to Pronounce All American Consonants | Full Chart with Examples   Learn how to pronounce all American English consonants using a clear, color-coded chart. We’ll walk through each consonant sound with example words so you can hear and practice accurate pronunciation.   ✔️ Master every consonant in the Standard American English accent ✔️ See and hear examples to guide your practic ✔️ Great for visual learners and anyone working on clarity and fluency   Perfect for ESL learners, professionals, and anyone wanting to speak English more clearly and confidently.   👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session.   🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent.   🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice.     #englishpronunciation #americanenglish #consonantsounds #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly  
Talk To vs Speak With vs Chat With | What’s the Difference in American English?   When should you say “talk to” vs “speak with” vs “chat with”? In this video, we’ll break down how these phrases are used in Standard American English and explain the subtle differences between them.   ✔️ Learn the difference between “talk to,” “speak with,” and “chat with” ✔️ Understand the tone and context behind each phrase ✔️ Speak more naturally and confidently in conversations   Perfect for ESL learners and professionals who want to sound fluent and choose the right expression for the situation.   👉 Want personalized help with your accent? Visit https://www.clarityaccent.com to book a session.   🎧 Prefer to listen? Follow the audio version on your favorite podcast platform — just search for @clarityaccent.   🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @clarityaccent for weekly accent tips and pronunciation practice.   #americanenglish #englishphrases #accenttraining #clarityaccent #speakclearly #eslconversation  
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