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Your accent reflects who you are; your home, upbringing, and culture. However, in the UK, it also influences how you are seen in job interviews, customer service, and professional authority. Yes, discrimination exists; nonetheless, accent modification is a tool, not treachery. It shows effort, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity.
You do not need to "lose" your accent. Instead, focus on the pronunciation that allows you to understand clearly: vowels that do not confuse you with "feet" vs. "fit," consonants that roll out clean, and tone that is both courteous and confident. There are numerous tutorials on "BBC English" or Received Pronunciation on YouTube, as well as affordable online courses, local seminars, and speech-language teachers. Spend weeks perfecting the key sounds and months practicing fluency.
Immersion is key. Watch British news, dramas and panel programs; imitate actors; practise with friends or find language partners. Request that they highlight any unfamiliar words or sentence endings. Use speech-recognition apps to receive real-time feedback. Every day, at least 10 minutes. Changing one's accent requires retraining muscle memory, not switching it.
Start job interviews or presentations with a clear and neutral tone. As you ease in, allow your accent to show more. Colleagues will notice and enjoy it. You are not hiding who you are; you are deciding how you will be heard. You maintain your identity while increasing accessibility. That garners respect. Then your accent becomes a signature rather than a barrier.
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