The British English Podcast Pronunciation Ep 03 - Master British Intonation with Real Speech
Oct 23, 2025
Dive into the nuances of British pronunciation with playful tips on mastering intonation and rhythm. Explore how connected speech and word stress can help you sound more natural. Enjoy anecdotes that highlight conversational flow, such as a nostalgic look at the moon landing. Tune in as Charlie breaks down key phrases, emphasizing smooth delivery and fillers like 'like.' Finally, practice imitation to improve your pronunciation and gain confidence in your speaking style!
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Shadow To Improve Pronunciation
- Try shadowing native speakers by focusing on connected speech, word stress, intonation, and rhythm.
- Use short imitation exercises to make British pronunciation sound smooth and natural.
Pauses Guide Listener Attention
- Pauses highlight the most valuable phrase in a sentence and guide listener focus.
- Use presenter-like pauses to emphasize the key noun or action in your speech.
Pitch Spikes Mark Key Words
- Rising pitch on the stressed word adds a small spike and signals importance.
- Don rises on 'context' and then moves downhill to complete the clause naturally.