Received Pronunciation for Americans

Received Pronunciation for Americans. Whether you're an actor, a narrator or simply want to refine your British Accent, learn to speak RP in its most authentic form.

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Course curriculum

1. A message from your instructor
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2. Lesson structure
3. Introducing RP for Americans
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4. Meet your instructor
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5. The International Phonetic Alphabet
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6. The International Phonetic Alphabet
7. The vowel sound chart
8. The vowel sound chart
9. The central vowels
10. The front vowels
11. Received Pronunciation vs General American
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12. RP vs General American
13. Dropping rhotic sounds
14. About you
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15. Review quiz i
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16. Comparing the sounds of RP with General American
17. Rate this chapter ( Introduction - 1)
1. Articulation exercise i
2. Word exercise i
3. Phrase exercise i
4. Articulation exercise i
5. Articulation exercise ii
6. Word exercise i
7. Word exercise ii
1. Introduction
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2. Introduction
3. Articulation exercise i
4. Articulation exercise ii
5. Articulation exercise iii
6. Word exercise i
7. Phrase exercise i
8. Phrase exercise ii
9. Phrase exercise iii
10. Articulation exercise i
11. Articulation exercise ii
12. Word exercise i
13. Rate this chapter (part iii)
1. Introduction
2. Introduction
3. Articulation exercise 01
4. Word exercise i
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5. Phrase exercise i
6. Articulation exercise 01
7. Articulation exercise 02
8. Articulation exercise 03
9. Word exercise 01
10. Rate this chapter (part iv)
1. Introduction
2. Articulation exercise i
3. Word exercise i
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4. Phrase exercise i
5. Articulation exercise 01
6. Articulation exercise 02
7. Articulation exercise 03
8. Word exercise i
9. Rate this chapter (part v)
1. Introduction
2. Introduction
3. Articulation exercise i
4. Word exercise i
5. Phrase exercise i
6. Articulation exercise i
7. Articulation exercise ii
8. Articulation exercise iii
9. Word exercise i
1. Introduction
2. Introduction
3. Articulation exercise i
4. Word exercise i
5. Phrase exercise i
6. Articulation exercise i
7. Articulation exercise ii
8. Articulation exercise iii
9. Word exercise i
1. Introduction
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2. Introduction
3. Articulation exercise i
4. Phrase exercise i
5. Word exercise i
6. Articulation exercise 01
7. Articulation exercise 02
8. Articulation exercise 03
9. Word exercise 01
1. Introduction
2. Articulation exercise i
3. Word exercise 01
4. Phrase exercise 01
5. Articulation exercise 01
6. Articulation exercise 02
7. Articulation exercise 03
8. Word exercise 01
1. Introduction
2. Articulation exercise ii
1. Introduction
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2. Introduction
3. Articulation exercise i
4. Word exercise i
5. Phrase exercise i
6. Articulation exercise 01
7. Articulation exercise 02
1. Introduction
2. Introduction
3. Articulation exercise i
4. Articulation exercise ii
5. Articulation exercise iii
6. Word list exercise i
7. Word list exercise ii
8. Phrase exercise i
1. Introduction
2. Introduction
3. Word exercise ii
4. Phrase exercise i
5. Articulation exercise i
1. Introduction
2. Articulation exercise i
3. Word exercise i
4. Phrase exercise i
1. Natural fluency
2. Introduction
3. Practice i
4. Practice ii
5. Practice iii
1. Introduction
2. Practice 01
1. Introduction
2. Practice 01
3. Practice 02
4. Practice 03
5. Practice 04
1. Practice i
2. Practice i
3. Practice ii
4. British /ɑː/ vs. American /æ/: He asked for a pass to the class.
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5. British /ɑː/ vs. American /æ/: She danced with passion and grace...
1. I love drinking tea with milk.
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2. The weather in London is often cloudy and rainy.
3. Paddington Bear caused chaos at Buckingham Palace by sitting on the Queen's throne!
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4. I'm going to the pub with my friends.
5. Did you know that the UK parliament has a resident cat?
6. Please mind the gap between the train and the platform.
7. Keep calm and carry on.
8. Mind the sale racks, you never know what you might find!
9. Where can I find the best cup of tea in London?
10. I'd like to make a reservation for two at seven PM at the Ivy in Covent Garden, please.
11. Ladies and gentlemen, we will be experiencing some turbulence. Please remain seated with your seatbelt fastened.
12. Take a black cab to Covent Garden and catch a show at the Royal Opera House.
13. I would like to order the steak, medium rare, with a side of roasted vegetables and a glass of red wine, please.
1. Diphthong vowel /əʊ/ muscle memory workout
2. Diphthong vowel /əʊ/ muscle memory workout
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3. Approximant /r/ muscle memory workout
4. Approximant /r/ muscle memory workout

About this course

£99.99
151 lessons
3 hours of video content

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Learn from an Expert

Hi, I'm Anton, your instructor. With over fifteen years of experience teaching accents and pronunciation, I have designed this programme specifically for American English speakers who want to master Received Pronunciation (RP) as spoken by the leading British actors in Hollywood today. This course starts with the foundational mechanics and gradually transitions to the subtle nuances of RP to ensure your speech sounds fluid and authentic. I have always been interested in languages and the thought process involved in language acquisition. It's not just about studying, but also developing the correct mindset. You really have to consider the whole thought process. How do native speakers of a certain language think? How do they process information? How do they develop the ability to read, write and speak? My second language is French, and my third is Japanese. Analysing the behavioural patterns of native speakers helped me acquire the skills necessary to work as a Japanese-English translator across a range of specialist fields. I bring this same analytical rigour to helping you deconstruct your American speech patterns and engineer a flawless British accent.

Master Received Pronunciation

Specialised Training for American English Speakers

What is this Course?

This is a comprehensive training program specifically designed to guide General American English speakers toward mastering an authentic RP accent.

The course systematically compares the sounds of RP with those of General American (GA), focusing specifically on the articulation challenges inherent to American speakers. You will be guided from the fundamentals—such as learning to round the lips to advanced concepts like glottal stops, flapping, sound contractions, and weaker forms.

You will learn using core tools of speech training: the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and the vowel sound chart, which are used throughout to illustrate clear distinctions between the accents.

Who is this Course For?

This course is specifically created for American actors, narrators, and anyone who wishes to master the nuances of Received Pronunciation as spoken by leading British actors today.

It is ideal for:

Actors and Narrators seeking a natural, authentic RP accent for professional roles.
General American Speakers who want to speak RP fluently and confidently.
Individuals aiming to pass as a native RP speaker in modern Britain by perfecting the subtle yet crucial nuances of the accent.

Why Enroll?

Enrolling in this course will give you the tools and practice to not only speak RP correctly but to speak it naturally and fluently, without sounding "over-articulated" or forced.

The RP Accent Today

Received Pronunciation, the standard accent of British English, embodies the essence of precise articulation. Over the years, RP has held a significant place in Hollywood, used to convey a range of British stereotypes, from highly calculating villains to suave and sophisticated individuals. Many great American actors have attempted British RP with varying degrees of success. RP can seem straightforward yet prove so difficult. In this course, I break down the sounds, the tone, and the rhythm of speech to help you achieve an authentic version as spoken today by the top British actors in Hollywood. Join me on this exciting journey!

Key Benefits & Learning Outcomes

Develop an AUTHENTIC RP Accent:

Learn to speak RP in a way that feels natural and reflects modern usage, as demonstrated by the top British actors in Hollywood.

Master Foundational Articulation:

Gain conscious control over your mouth, lips, tongue, and jaw through targeted articulation exercises.

Overcome American Challenges:

Systematically address the common pitfalls for GA speakers, including:

Accidentally rolling the tongue on non-rhotic sounds.
Darkening the /l/ sound too much.
Slacking the jaw and flexing the tongue excessively.
Articulating sounds in a rigid, unnatural manner.

Progress through structured exercises designed to build your skills:

Articulation Exercises to gain physical control.
Word Repetition Exercises to adapt to the rapid sequence of RP sounds.
Phrase Repetition Exercises to practice combining all sounds seamlessly for natural speech.

FAQ

Who is the target audience for this course?

This course is designed for native English speakers from a General American English background. However, you don't have to be American do benefit from the course. You just have to familiar with the American accent. The course can also benefit Canadians, for example.
How is this course specifically tailored towards native American English speakers?

American learners of Received Pronunciation (RP) tend to struggle with specific pronunciation challenges. This includes accidently rolling the tongue on non-rhotic sounds, applying too much pressure to the /l/ sound and over-relaxing the jaw. In addition, American can have a habit of placing too much emphasis on the individual pronunciation of words which can result in a stiff version of RP lacking the natural rhythm, flow and intonation of a native speaker. My course addresses starting with basic simple exercises all the way to natural fluency. You can visit my website here where I give examples of the challenges the American actors face with RP: https://receivedpronunciation.com/american-actors-with-british-accents/
How does this course differ from your other courses?

My other courses tend to be aimed towards non-native English speakers (with a few exceptions). Having taught Americans, the teaching methods and the attention to detail is quite different. For example, non-native English speakers can struggle with with even the most basic articulation of the consonant and vowel sounds. This course is different and specifcally addresses the issues faced by American English speakers. Examples include exercises to avoid slacking the jaw and rolling the tongue. Individuals such as actors and narrators will be able to learn more nuanced aspects of the RP accent.
Is there a time limit to complete this course?

No, students who enrol in this course will receive lifetime access.
What's the difference between Received Pronunciation and Standard British English?

The terms Received Pronunciation and Standard British English are often used interchangeably. RP is a popular British accent that people all over the world aspire to learn. However, there are some differences that distinguishes RP from other British accents: Aspiration from the front of the mouth. Other British accents (such as Standard British English, Southern British English, etc) may be more gutteral or nasal sounding. RP emphasises distinct syllable stress and clear articulation of the consonant sounds such as /w/, /r/ and /l/. There is also more controlled movement of the tongue and lips compared to other accents.

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