Americans perceive British English speakers as more intelligent, but those who have lived outside the US for at least three months rate Middle Eastern or Latin American people as more intelligent. Accents play a big role in how people are perceived, and mimicking foreign accents can improve comprehension. Regional accents also affect how people are […]
There is no such thing as a single British accent, with a wide variety of accents depending on geography and social class. People may adopt a more “dressy” accent in professional environments. Sign language and even babies’ crying can have regional accents. If you’ve ever wanted to have tea or tell someone your name is […]
American English has many accents and dialects, varying from region to region. Dialects incorporate accent and unique phrases. American English can be divided into eight dialects. The accents are influenced by the linguistic roots of the area’s first settlers. American English distinguishes its speakers but also creates walls between them. With a population of around […]
