The InFluency Podcast

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In the how-to-pronounce episodes released every Friday, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing or challenging words. This week we’re going to talk about how to pronounce the word "literally". Here’s a loose transcription of the word as explained in the episode: Literally: li-duh-ruh-lee [IPA: ˈlɪɾəɹəli] If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://hadarshemesh.com/audio-accent-course/ You can also download an interactive list of 50 of the most mispronounced words in English and master the pronunciation of those tricky words: https://hadarshemesh.com/50-most-mispronounced-words/ Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://hadarshemesh.com/influency-community/

Explore the concept of perfectionism and its effect on fluency in English, emphasizing that there is no such thing as perfect English. Learn how childhood experiences and societal pressure shape fear of making mistakes in English learning. Highlight the importance of continuous growth and improvement, creating a safe space for practice, and embracing imperfection in English communication.

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In the how-to-pronounce episodes released every Friday, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing or challenging words. This week we’re going to talk about how to pronounce the word "water". Here’s a loose transcription of the word as explained in the episode: Water: waa-d’r [IPA: ˈwɑ:ɾəɹ] or waw-d’r [IPA: ˈwɔ:ɾəɹ] If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://hadarshemesh.com/audio-accent-course/ You can also download an interactive list of 50 of the most mispronounced words in English and master the pronunciation of those tricky words: https://hadarshemesh.com/50-most-mispronounced-words/ Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://hadarshemesh.com/influency-community/

In this episode, I’m going to talk about how I evolved from the very first video I created on YouTube to the 200th episode of the Accent’s Way magazine that was released last week. To watch the episode on my video magazine (and get the links to all the videos mentioned) go here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/how-i-found-my-voice-in-english/ Just like with everything in life, my journey has started with insecurity, fear, and the need to please everyone, and continued with a profound understanding of who I am and what I have to give to the people that can serve them. I always compare my business journey to my journey as a non-native speaker (and the journey of my students and followers). To find your fluency and voice in English you have to KEEP SHOWING UP. And to be okay with making mistakes. And to trust that no matter how awkward it feels or how long it takes – you have to keep speaking up because more than anything else – your voice matters. Thank you so much for being here. I promise to keep on serving you to the best of my ability! Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://hadarshemesh.com/influency-community/ If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://hadarshemesh.com/

English words can be really confusing sometimes. In the how-to-pronounce episodes released every Friday, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing or challenging words. This week we’re going to talk about how to pronounce the triplet "except", "accept", and "expect". Here’s a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: Except: ik-sept, or uhk-sept [IPA: ɪkˈsept] Accept: ak-sept, or uhk-sept [IPA: əkˈsept] Expect: ik-spekt [IPA: ɪkˈspekt] If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://hadarshemesh.com/audio-accent-course/ You can also download an interactive list of 50 of the most mispronounced words in English and master the pronunciation of those tricky words: https://hadarshemesh.com/50-most-mispronounced-words/ Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://hadarshemesh.com/influency-community/

English language educator Hadar introduces a 10-minute daily exercise called a sprint that focuses on pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary drills to improve fluency. The repetition builds muscle memory and helps with using new sounds, retrieving words, and internalizing grammar rules. This exercise has been found to be highly effective by Hadar's students.

If you feel that you’re not clear in English – this can help! In this episode, I’m going to share with you 3 exercises that will help you improve your speech and clarity, and give you the freedom to use your voice in a more expressive and engaging way. All you need is a wine cork (no wine is needed) and a text! To watch the exercises on video: https://theaccentsway.com/english-pronunciation-exercises/ To learn more about the vowels of English: https://theaccentsway.com/english-vowels/ Your morning practice routine: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/50/ R boot camp: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/54/ Vocabulary drills: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/42/

Discover the most effective way to improve your English by understanding your individual needs and learning style. Explore different methods and options such as speaking with native or non-native speakers, taking private or online lessons, and being a self-learner. Embrace grammatical structures and build pronunciation confidence to enhance listening skills, vocabulary, and grammar. Join the free annual live English event for interactive training sessions and conversation groups to challenge yourself.

Learn five steps to enhance your pronunciation and confidence in English, the relationship between pronunciation, accents, and cultural nuances, the significance of pronunciation in effective communication, key components and considerations in improving pronunciation and communication skills, and incorporating newly learned sounds into daily conversations.

Download my FREE R word drills and sentences WITH audio to practice the R: https://bit.ly/2uwlVbz How frustrating is it to KNOW how to pronounce the R in English, but when you need to use it… it’s not there for you! (Or it feels like you have mud in your mouth ?) I mean, why is your RRRR not listening to you?!?! But worry not, because I got you covered. If you do this R BOOT CAMP every day for 2 weeks, you will see how it is SO MUCH EASIER FOR YOU to use the R freely, and spontaneously when speaking. It’s all a matter of developing your muscle memory. You can pair it up with my morning pronunciation practice: https://theaccentsway.com/pronunciation-practice-english/ And you’re good to go To watch the R Bootcamp on video: https://theaccentsway.com/american-r-sound In this drill, first we practice the R before different vowels and really get comfortable with those transitions. Then, we’ll work on 2 tricky sounds that sound similar to the R: the L and the W. We’ll also practice the R after different vowels and build your muscle memory. Once you’re done, we’ll move to practice the R sound in different clusters and from there we’ll move to full words and sentences. And don’t forget, when you’re done, put ‘DONE’ in the comments area on the website! Also, was there any drill in particular that you feel helped you the most? How To Learn New Vocabulary | Build Pronunciation Confidence ? https://theaccentsway.com/how-to-learn-new-vocabulary/ More video and audio materials on R in English: Make the American R! | American English Pronunciation https://theaccentsway.com/the-american-r/ The R sound in English: The most in-depth lesson you’ll ever hear https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/17/ If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://theaccentsway.com/audio-accent-course/ Join the Live English show on all my channels on Thursdays at 12 p.m. EST.