In this first course of The Pronunciation of American English specialization, you will learn and practice all of the consonant sounds of American English, including some pairs of consonants that are especially tricky. Each week you will receive practical advice from successful English learners and practice an effective technique called shadowing to improve your pronunciation of consonant sounds. You will also have opportunities to record yourself and to respond to the recordings of other learners.
Consonants of American English Pronunciation
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Consonants of American English Pronunciation
This course is part of The Pronunciation of American English Specialization
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Reviewed on May 6, 2023
This was a great course! I enjoyed every class. Really useful for me - finally got a chance to learn the right pronunciation of the consonants.
VB
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2021
It was a very practical course. They explain how to pronounce the consonants. And the quizzes are all listening exercises, that way your listening skills can improve.
JR
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2021
Excellent! I have learned a lot and my pronunciation have improved so much that I sound almost like another person now haha Thank you so much.
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