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What accent to adopt? British or American?

 What accent to adopt when learning English

What English Accent Should I Learn? British or American?
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English is widely spoken globally, with British and American accents being the main focus.
The British accent includes various accents, with Received Pronunciation being common.
The American accent is widely used globally, especially in movies and music.
American accents have minimal variations compared to British accents.
American English is more widely used as a second language.
American accents are easier to understand across different regions.
However, if you have an affinity for the British accent, it is still valuable to learn.
If you decide to learn the American accent, check these tips:
1. Get as much exposure to the American accent as possible.
2. Learn the correct pronunciation right from the start.
3. Focus on the characteristics of the American accent and practice with conversation partners.
4. Practise with American conversation partners.
5. Try imitating an American accent.
6. Listen to different accents.
Can you think of other tips? Share them in the comments.
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Introduction from the original article:
“Depending upon where you learn English, there may be a greater tendency to teach a British vs. American accent, or vice versa. However, this may differ from your own personal experience with English, and what you’re most likely to u

se and hear. We took a closer look at which accent and pronunciation you probably want to focus on when learning English, and why. Be sure to read our English Pronunciation Guide if this is a topic that interests you.

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