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#01 Should people try to reduce their accent in English?

Deep Talk: Advanced English Discussions with Rhiannon ELT

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How to Have a Conversation With Non-Native Speakers

Deepika: I think one of the most important ones that I share with almost everyone who asks this question is to realize that there exist multiple ways of speaking English. To have that realization means that to actively seek content with people who speak English in a variety of different accents. By doing that, you're not only improving your global understanding, you're also training your ear to perceive a variety of accolades. Deepika: A conversation is a two way street. Not only do you need to make yourself understood, which is usually the pressure that language learners face. But the other person typically should also be making an effort to understand you. You can help them kind of, you can

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