Learn a British Accent (RP｜Modern RP｜American English)

British English pronunciation lesson. Learn how to do a British English accent (Received Pronunciation/Modern Received Pronunciation) with just 5 simple changes to your speech. I compare the differences between Received Pronunciation (RP), Modern Received Pronunciation (MRP) and General American English Pronunciation (GAEP) so you can hear how each accent differs.

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⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This video doesn't promote that you SHOULD have any particular accent. It's just an educational (and possibly entertaining) video for English learners who wish to learn more about British English accents (specifically Received Pronunciation and Modern Received Pronunciation) and compare it to General American English Pronunciation. I am originally from York (England), so my accent is a mix of Modern RP with some Yorkshire features. ENJOY THE LESSON! 😊

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Intro
00:11 - English Classes (Preply)
01:51 - Disclaimer
02:15 - Received Pronunciation and Modern Received Pronunciation
02:36 - Remove the 'r'
06:42 - The /ɒ/ sound
08:21 - The /əʊ/ sound
10:24 - The /t/ sound
12:18 - The glottal stop
14:13 - British vs American English Pronunciation
19:10 - Outro

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I teach using just one of many accents in the world. Please only learn it if you like it and if you are interested in learning it. I do not believe there is one “correct” accent or manner of pronunciation and I fully encourage EFL/ESL learners to expose themselves to as many varieties of English around the world to become accustomed to the beautiful variations of this world language. I focus mostly on teaching “Modern RP” (I may just say “RP” in my older videos, but to clarify, I do specifically mean “Modern RP”), however, you will hear a lovely little Yorkshire twang to my accent from time to time too. Please LOVE and BE PROUD of your accent. After all, it is part of your identity and makes you unique. 💚

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[hfdesosa]

In my opinion, the British accent is more beautiful (but really hard to pronounce for a learner) than the American accent. Great video Emma, thanks!

[cavendishcavendish]

My Algerian mom taught English for 33 years she has an incredible British accent, she was brilliant at pronunciation and phonetics. Watching this explanation reminds me of her ❤❤❤❤ thank you so much you're gorgeous.

[jerson]

This is the best British accent tutorial that i've seen so far. I really learned a lot from you Emma, keep doing a great work. 😊

[SanjaySanju-fnbo]

U don't need subtitles when u have emmma... The most easily understandable accent❤

[cicelyshum]

You can explain the differences between the UK and US accents in a very easy-to-understand way. Love your channel! I’ll introduce it to my friends! Great job! 👍🤗

[whisper_dvm]

I’m an American but have been learning the RP accent for fun. Your videos have been the most helpful I’ve found!

[archabinukumar]

I am a great fan of the series BRIDGERTON . After watching this I am a huge fan of British accent.I try to speak in that tone nowadays😂

[lennon]

With a teacher like that I would learn English quickly. my eyes don't leave her mouth. amazing

[abdullah-al-jubayer]

You really deserve to be acclaimed highly. I was a little bit perplexed about the difference between MP an RP . But, after watching your video I got cleared. Thank you Emma for uploading this video. Today's my birthday and I have got my gift from you. May you live long. Love you. Cheers 😘

[hamidulislamraju]

I love your lesson ema... I am staying in uk for 3 months ago. Respect from Bangladesh ❤

[muhammadrafiqulislamkhan]

I can not remove from your class. Very interesting part is you breaks a sound more pieces that is why it helps to understand where the sound orginated though it is not easy to accent as British but we know how British english makes sound. Thank you Emma.

[sonam]

I cannot express my gratitude to you enough for your informative English teaching and especially for the English RP lessons. From you I found England and this sweet English language. I will be forever grateful to you.

[oreamalla]

I really like the passion you've to teaching English. It helps keep me focusing and not get distracted whilst watching.

[mysecretplacewithyou]

I love this lesson! It is really helpful for those who seek to speak English with a British accent. Although I've learned the GAP, I find the BrE accent so fancy and beautiful. Keep up the good work!

[ohwrohx]

I am from india a new english learner and have just started my english journey and feeling like giuo up because I am not able to understand your accent . But the other side of my body is saying that with time everything will be possible for you . Just keep working hard and hard . Thank you so much gor this amazing video would like to see you again.😊

[MohamedAnsary]

Great video! Really helpful in understanding the differences between British and American accents. Thanks, Emma!

[shimokitajin]

Thank you Emma for the English lessons.
Your hair looks so beautiful and your expression is so lovely.😊

[JJRoe]

I think you are the best of the UK vs. US English teachers. Very accurate and very affable. Thank you!

[sosogigi]

Hello ! Thank you very much for this video. I'm a native French speaker, and even though many native English speakers already told me that I don't sound French at all, the British accent has always appeared so beautiful to me, and I really wanted to sound even better in English. So, this video is really helpful! Thank you very much

[ingridmarianarodriguez]

Hello Emma ! You look amazing this hair style is very cool.
Thanks for your advice about PREPLY. May God bless you a lot.
You sould know YOU'RE ADORABLY nice and I do love improving my skill of communication with you. 😙😙😙😙