Is it bad to have an accent when you speak? Is it even possible to speak without one? Let's talk about this!
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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
0:00 Having an accent is normal!
0:47 A better question to ask
1:10 Is it bad to have an accent?
1:50 Accent vs. pronunciation
2:48 How to sound like a native speaker
5:58 What is 'shadowing'?
6:30 A secret to sounding like a native speaker
08:00 Your priority when learning English
08:33 My final tips...
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In this video, Michael talks about whether it is possible to speak English without an accent. He explains that having an accent is actually normal, and that everybody has an accent regardless of their first language. Additionally, he talks about why it's NOT necessary for most students to sound like native speakers when they speak English, except if they are advanced (C1-2) and really want to. Lastly, he gives some tips for advanced students to improve their pronunciation and talks about the benefits of seeing an accent coach.