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This concise book focuses on the music of American English- the rhythm and intonation that gives American English its jazzy sound. Emphasis is given to explaining how speakers can create and produce American rhythm and intonation. Readers can practice with the example sentences. A practice audio is available for free by email from the author.
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Adding American Accent - Yvonne Cranmer
Adding American Accent
Yvonne Cranmer, M.Ed., M.A. TESOL
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CONTENTS
Introduction
Chapter 1: Rhythm
Chapter 2: Practicing Rhythm
Chapter 3: About Language Intonation
Chapter 4: Practicing Intonation
Chapter 5: Intonation, Thought Groups, and Prominence
Chapter 6: How Prominence Can Really Change Meaning
Chapter 7: Practicing Prominence
Chapter 8: Putting What You’ve Learned Into Action
INTRODUCTION
Considerations for Accent Training
My Perspective On Accent
Here you are reading this book in your quest to change how you speak English. First of all, I’d like to share my perspective on accent training.
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