Listening to different accents does not ruin pronunciation

When working on pronunciation, it is common for students to focus on a specific accent or dialect, such as American English or British English. However, exposure to different accents does not ruin pronunciation. The most important aspect of pronunciation is clarity, regardless of the specific accent. While accuracy in replicating a certain dialect may be important for actors, for most people, clarity is the key. Even if exposed to different dialects, the likelihood of pronouncing words differently based on exposure is low. Speech habits are stronger than external influences, and exposure to different accents can actually improve listening skills and make one a better communicator.