Is it wrong to change your accent?

Accents are a natural part of spoken languages and not considered a speech or language “problem”. Can you change your accent? The good news is yes, you can learn to change your pronunciation. Known as “accent reduction” or “accent modification”, this process takes some attention, hard work, and consistent practice.

Can you naturally change your accent?

Research shows that if you start learning a language later in life (after the age of seven or later as an adult), you might become fluent but you won’t be able to change your accent. You’ll have more chance of changing your native accent in your native language, but even that will be difficult.

Can I permanently change my accent?

Some people can and some people can’t. Some people for example British and Australian actors can speak with an American accent and then switch back to their native accent. Some people never lose their ethnic accent. There is a wide ranger of abilities to change accents both permanently or temporarily.

How long does it take to change your accent?

Each person will experience a period of being able to reduce his or her accent when consciously thinking about it. However, getting the changes into the subconscious mind can take six months to a year of practice.

How can you get rid of your accent?

Practicing on Your Own Practice getting rid of your accent at least five days a week. Speak slowly. Practice your rhythm. Read out loud. Record yourself. Stress the correct syllables. Watch television and listen to the radio.

Can you get rid of your accent?

Practice getting rid of your accent at least five days a week. Practice makes perfect is a common saying for a reason. You will not lose your accent unless you consciously work on doing so. Take some time out of your day five days a week to work on the accent you desire to have.

Can You Lose Your Accent?

You cannot “lose” an accent. Your accent may change over time to something more like the accent of the majority of people around you, but that’s not the same as losing your accent.