
Pronouncing English With Pam
By Pam Volz

Pronouncing English With PamAug 08, 2023

Ep. 84 Pronouncing CLOTHES and other related words. CLOSE, CLOTH, CLOTHING
Hello! While you can pronounce CLOTHES with a TH sound, it is so much easier to leave that TH sound out! And no one will judge you for it. Do you have a problem with an American English sound or word? Send me an email https://www.proaccentcoaching.com/contact , comment on facebook-ProAccentCoaching https://www.facebook.com/ProAccentCoaching, or answer on Spotify!

Ep. 83 Pronouncing WORTH and WORTHWHILE
Ready for a challenge? Try putting together some crazy hard sounds W + ER + TH!
Would you like to practice some other ER podcast lessons? Listen to Episode 13 "A bear and a bird walk into a bar..." and Episode 19 "TH and ER"
Want to get in touch with Pam? https://proaccentcoaching.com/contact/

Ep. 82 Pronouncing IMPORTANT using glottal stops
Have you ever wondered what-in-the-world that American English sound is in the word "kiTTen" or "imporTant"? Well, wonder NO MORE! Listen and learn about 14 other words right here

Ep.81 Seven Top Ways to Pronounce the Contraction WILL
Learning how to condense words is THEE most effective way to sound natural. Let's begin with contracting the common word WILL.
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Music Credit:
"I'll be there" by Gabriela Bee and "I'll be there" by The Jackson Five

Ep 80 CON words- Say these words 2 different ways
check-out the written words in this episode on ProAccent Coaching Blog
music credit: The Price is Right TV Show

Episode 79 occasionally and usually
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Thanks to Quick and Dirty Grammar Tips and SoulProdMusic

Ep 78 How to get your groove. Lessons in English melody

Ep. 77 IRONing out the details
Hire (rhythmes with Iron)Pam as your American English Trainer

Ep. 76 Splash! Bang! Pop!
Contact Pam Today we are talking about onomatopoeia words. Check them out!
WOW this podcast is a BLAST!

Ep. 75 What sound do you say? W or V
CONTACT Pam. She'd love to hear from you!
Questions? Comments? What American English Sound would you like to learn more about?

Ep 74 Don't be so bossy! Soften Your Tone
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Music Credit: Office Noises

Ep 73 The right way to say COUNTRY
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Ep. 72 Did you notice? the "ju" sound
Learn when and how to say "ju" in between words.
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Ep 71 N+TH+S
Practicing a different way will help you become more fluent and sound natural!
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Ep. 70 How to signal trust and confidence
What type of vocal signals do you present?
Try the ones with confidence and trust.
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Ep 69 WOW! Lessons using palindromes
The date is 2/22/22 (February 22, 2022). Let's celebrate words that are spelled the same forward and backward.
Questions? Comments? CONTACT PAM

Ep 68 a cOmmon prOblem
Learn how to pronounce the sound in clock and doctor not "cluck" and "duck-tor"
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Ep 67 Save time with these 10 words!
Interested in seeing the word list? CONTACT PAM and write "dropped syllables" in the subject line.
Ready to upgrade your English communication skills? Advanced speakers are encouraged. Personal and customized to YOUR abilities.
CONTACT PAM to schedule your free 30-minute consultation with Pam.

Ep 66 fixing the sound in meaSure
Accent modification is the process of polishing your english speaking skills so that your words shine! Every little improvement is a step towards consistent fluency. This weeks sound will help you in your quest. The sound "ZH" rarely talked about- but often said incorrectly. Well not today, you are going to fix it!
SPELLING GUIDE for "zH"
CONTACT PAM if you are serious about improving your english conversation
music credit: yep, there was music in the background! Lissie Music, When I'm Alone and Loudermilk Soundtrack, OST Tracklist.

Ep 65 Pronouncing FOR the American Way
Practice your American Accent by repeating these words and sentences with your American coach, Pam.
Interested in Private Coaching. Contact PAM for a free consultation.
Music Credit: Relax Cafe Music, Thursday morning jazz. Youtube.com

Ep 64 Vaccines and Accidents
Learn about saying the "ks" sound in a crisp, clear way!
Questions? Comments? Contact PAM

Ep 63 Pronouncing "uh" States
This is a lesson in American English Melody. How to make sounds BIGGER by making some sounds smaller
CONTACT Pam for a transcript to this lesson
Music Credit: Winter Night Jazz Music

Ep 62 "twenty" or "twunny"- you decide
Happy New Year! 2022 Practice a smoother way to say it.
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Music Credit: Ain't No Mountain High Enough (1966) by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell

Ep 61 Sound Awesome Reading A Poem

Ep 60 Hey TH, stop being so fickle!
Learn the TWO sounds of TH. Loads of practice. Also, isn't it about time you start using the word FICKLE?
Contact PAM to schedule a time to talk to learn about your opportunities to sound clear and natural.

Ep. 59 Common Heteronyms-A Vowel Workout!
Did you ever wonder why there is two pronunciations for words bow, sow, dove, lead, live, wind, wound, tear, close?
Most of these are lessons in correctly saying the vowel sound. Say it wrong..and other's may get the wrong idea!
Ready to improve your American English Speaking skills? Let's talk about it. EMAIL PAM
This week Pam recommends THIS DICTIONARY
Music Credit TWNSPPL

Ep: 58 Leading Group Meetings
You've got the knowledge, now learn techniques that will help you lead your business planning session, workshop or seminar.
Checkout ProAccent Coaching's Blog for more ideas HERE
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Ep 57 Saying Years, Zip Codes, Addresses, and Phone Numbers
I recommend working out to this episode. It's almost 16 minutes long! Guaranteed to help you pronounce your way to sounding Clear and Natural!
If you are working out, then this lesson is healthy too!
CONTACT PAM with your questions/comments or to discuss hiring Pam as your personal trainer (for speaking).

Ep. 56 Excuuuuuse Me! Pronouncing "excuse"
Learn how to soften your speaking and sound polite with this word and phrase "excuse me." Learn how to change the pitch and pronunciation to indicate a question and a statement. Learn about American English stress, pronunciation and intonation all wrapped into one lesson!
Interested in private coaching? CONTACT Pam to discuss the opportunities.
Credit: Jimi Hendrix Purple Haze
Credit: Steve Martin, comedian

Ep 55 American English Melody - Can you hear it?
Here's a 10-minute lesson for you to HEAR melody, how to raise and lower your voice and learn a few new words along the way.
Pam would love to teach you how to sound clear and natural! CONTACT
credits on this episode goes to NPR Weekend Edition and Epic Cinematic Music on Youtube by Premium Music HQ

Ep: 54 pronouncing V- you'Ve got this!
Pam is available to teach to you everything you need to know for clear, natural sounding American English.
EMAIL Pam@ProAccentCoaching.com

Ep.53 Spell Your Name This Way
Practice this lesson and you will be amazed with how well others will understand you the FIRST time!
Interested in Private Coaching? Let's talk about the possibilities. CONTACT Pam

Ep. 52 Take a word, add an "E" and pronounce TH two ways
Yes, this is the worlds longest podcast title. And it's an excellent pronunciation lesson, spelling lesson, and understanding 4 different words that are spelled very similar! This one is bound to teach you something important.
Interested in private coaching? PROACCENTCOACHING.com

Ep. 51 Study Session- Obama's in the House!
You should be able to hear what you need to change in your own speaking.
Contact Pam to discuss your English Speaking Goals. Choose Free Consultation or learn more about Hiring Pam as your personal coach.
Video Link to Barack Obama's 2006 Interview | Late Night with Conan O’Brien
Ep: 50 Pronouncing Fractions 3/4 of you need this!
Do you use fractions in your life? Fractions have many sounds. Learn the seldom taught details in this lesson.
Would you like the transcript and handy guide for pronouncing and spelling fractions? Free to your inbox HERE-please write "FRACTIONS" in the subject line.
Looking for Private Coaching to polish your English speaking skills? Let's talk about it. SIGN UP for a free consultation.
Credit: Ina Garten https://www.barefootcontessa.com

Ep. 49 Don't JuDGe this sound
This week's podcast is a lesson in relaxing a little bit about learning a specific sound. If you concentrate too much, it may cause you to panic and worry that you will never understand. Take a deep breath, relax, and understand that sometimes sounds can be confusing.
With the DG sound, at the end of a word, you will hear two different sounds. And that's okay. Relax. You will still be understood
Contact Pam- for your 30 minute free consultation or to inquire about learning how you can improve your American English accent
music credit: Game Show Jeopardy

Ep: 48 Business savvy? Pronouncing s like a z
Learn how to use a Z in the middle of words spelled with the letter S. It's tricky and often the mistake is that some people don't say a sound at all. Watch out. Sounds are important to the meaning of the word.
Link to talk to Pam about your English skills. CONTACT PAM HERE
Link to CBS SUNDAY MORNING SHOW HERE about dialect coaches

Ep. 47 LAY or LIE
Check-out time 4:38 to begin Lesson about LAY or LIE
There's also a great pronunciation lesson in this show!
Contact Pam for a private and free 15-minute consultation to discuss your English speaking skills.

Ep. 46 Imitate the Pro's- Learn Emotion and Melody
Link for your kind donation to this show anchor.fm/proaccent
Interesting in learning more? Free consultation contact Pam
Link for Using Storyline Online as a voice lesson- HERE

Ep. 45 Saying the "YOU" Vowel
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Ep 44- Pronouncing P the Correct Way
This week is filled with lessons in pronunciation, english melody and spelling.
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. If Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers,
how many pecks of pickled peppers did Peter Piper pick?
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Ep 43 How to Succeed with People
Learn how to talk to others, build relationships and form lasting connections!
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Ep.42 Taxes or Texas? Learn the difference!
Suggestions for future podcasts? We'd love to hear from you!
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Ep. 41 Pronouncing CLOTHES and 5 other similar words
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Ep 40 Practice Sounding Clear
Here's a proven, effective exercise to help you sound CLEAR when speaking.
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Music Credit: Richie Havens "Here Comes The Sun" He's the best!

Ep. 39 Learn the Differences! s/z, sh/zh, ch/dg
Word List for this lesson HERE
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music credit: http://www.primalscream.net

Ep 38 Interesting words with -ATE!
Join in the fun! Practice your American pronunciation and melody with me! Thursday, July 1
Choose your class time MORNING at 10:00 am (EST) or AFTERNOON at 5:00 pm (EST). Class is 1-hour long.
Class fee $20. I will email you a PayPal link. This class will be recorded. If you are unable to attend you will receive the recording.
EMAIL HERE TO REGISTER. Act now only 10 in each class.

Ep.37 A Bottle of Water
Learn American English sounds with these common words.
Music Credit: Drink the Water by Jack Johnson
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Ep 36 HAVE contractions - 2 Ways to Pronounce it!
It's natural to reduce words while talking. Using contractions are common and used every day.
Would you like this transcript? Email Pam to request your free copy. Write HAVE in the subject line.
Credit James Taylor, You've Got A Friend

Ep 35 Practice American Rhythm and Pronunciation with Popular US Names
Practice saying popular names of your colleagues, friends, neighbors. I do not mind if you say my name differently than me, but it would be nice if we ALL could try to pronounce a person's name. In this lesson, you will learn how to pronounce the top 10 American male and female names.
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Credit song: Darryl Hall and John Oates, Sarah Smile.