What are some features of Australian English?

The major features of AusE pronunciation are: (1) It is non-rhotic. (2) Its intonation is flatter than that of RP. (3) Speech rhythms are slow, stress being more evenly spaced than in RP. (4) Consonants do not differ significantly from those in RP.

How do you interact with Australians?

Here are some guidelines to some common Australian practices.

1. Verbal Communication. Australians are generally open in their communication.
2. Greeting others. When greeting others in Australia you say ‘hello’, ‘hi’ or ‘how’s it going?
3. Slang/abbreviations.
4. Requesting a service.
5. Non-verbal communication (body language)

How can I learn an Australian accent naturally?

If you wish to start sounding like an Australian, there are a few things to do.

1. Drop the ends of words. If a word ends in r, drop it and replace it with a short ‘a’ sound.
2. Add vowels. No, really.
3. Finish your sentences by going up at the end.
4. Twist those vowels.

What makes Australian accent?

The Australian accent is famous for its vowel sounds, absence of a strong “r” pronunciation and the use of an inflection – or intonation – at the end of sentences, which can make statements sound like questions. According to Felicity, the way vowels are pronounced is the most peculiar feature of Australian English.

What Australians like to talk about?

Making fun of themselves. A self-deprecating sense of humour is common with Australians; they like to make fun of themselves and others in conversation, and to tell stories in a relaxed, non-serious way. This can be confronting for foreigners, but it is important to remember that it is most often meant in jest.

Why choose the Australian accent online course?

The Australian Accent Online course has been designed by Esther Bruhl, a leading speech therapist with over 30 years experience in helping thousands of people improve their English clarity and accent. You don’t have to spend hours a day practicing or attending boring classes.

What is the best way to mimic an Australian accent?

The most commonly mimicked Aussie accent is a rough, messy, casual and animated style. The accent itself requires using your tongue, cheeks and lips to almost “chew” the words as you say them. The best way to learn this is to hear it from a real Australian. As you listen, note a few things about how they speak:

Why does the Australian accent sound like catchn?

Oftentimes the Australian accent cuts words short. Words ending in a G are cut off, so that “catching” sounds like “cat-chn.” In many ways, this makes Australian similar to an informal American English, a comparison that will serve you well as you practice.

How can I improve my accent at work?

You have absolutely nothing to lose (and a free course to gain). Communicate clearly with your co-workers and get ahead at work. Change, reduce or neutralize your accent and be clearly understood. Speak with confidence and don’t pause or freeze when speaking English. Listen to a sample audio lesson from the American Accent Online Course.