But here the problem is different. The problem is not production, the problem is perception. I expect virtually all native speakers to be able to make a distinction in production : you can say NPR, or say MPR, and that's easy and only depends

- Here are some tips parents can take to help reduce television's negative effect on their children : Watch televison with your child - too often TV is used as a cheap babysitter. Know what your child is watching and don't be afraid to

He took my screenwriting class at Raindance one year. Really weird, because I use HIGH FIDELITY as an example in the class, and no one has ever said, "Hey! That's not what I meant at all!" so I must have used the example correctly. I

Hi, with questions like this, you are getting into trouble, lol. I remember asking the same kind of question in the past. I've never gotten a clear answer, because this can get very complicated, as you can see from raindoctor's answer. It

Anon, Is this an order?. Or are you requesting help? Here are a few helpful hints: Learn to use the word "please". Capitalize the proper places. Your article had quite a collection of "big words" which were

thanks very much.. Your tips really works for me.

Hi, I would like to improve on my letter. This letter is to a pastry shop owner, who isn't pleased with the comments on the my blog. I'm trying to resolve this dispute, as best as i can. Where can I improve? How do I sound convincing,

I work with professionals and students whose accent interferes with their ability to communicate. I help them speak English more clearly and feel more confident when they speak English. For a free accent screening and personalized practice tips,

Hi, I would like to improve on my letter. This letter is to a pastry shop owner, who isn't pleased with the comments on the my blog. I'm trying to resolve this dispute, as best as i can. Where can I improve? How do I sound convincing,

In summary, we who want to speak English fluently mustn't read text book. Listen and answer. Don't study a single word... Everthing has to start at hearing and dissecting from native English speakers. Is that right?