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<channel><title><![CDATA[SPEECH MODIFICATION AMERICAN ACCENT TRAINING - Blog]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.speechmodification.com/blog]]></link><description><![CDATA[Blog]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:50:45 -0700</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Write and Right: Spelling, Pronunciation and History]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.speechmodification.com/blog/write-and-right-spelling-pronunciation-and-history]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.speechmodification.com/blog/write-and-right-spelling-pronunciation-and-history#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:27:33 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.speechmodification.com/blog/write-and-right-spelling-pronunciation-and-history</guid><description><![CDATA[Ever wonder why write and right are spelled the way they are? Learn why in this video.&nbsp; [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">Ever wonder why write and right are spelled the way they are? 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Many English learners find this word tricky because of the shifting nasal sounds and the unique "gu" spelling.In this video, we break down:The difference between the /n/ and /ŋ/ (ng) pronunciations.How the vowel sound changes (from "pen" to a slightly raised "ping" sound).Why the "gu" functions as a /gw/ sound (like in the word "twin").Word stress and natural phrasing for American English.Whether you are practicing for b [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div id="847170885122464042" align="center" style="width: 100%; overflow-y: hidden;" class="wcustomhtml"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5Kdpx8zM7kA?si=54NTfgn2-JesBRMA" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div><div class="paragraph">Master the pronunciation of the word penguin in this quick English lesson! Many English learners find this word tricky because of the shifting nasal sounds and the unique "gu" spelling.<br><br>In this video, we break down:<br>The difference between the /n/ and /&#331;/ (ng) pronunciations.<br>How the vowel sound changes (from "pen" to a slightly raised "ping" sound).<br>Why the "gu" functions as a /gw/ sound (like in the word "twin").<br>Word stress and natural phrasing for American English.<br><br>Whether you are practicing for better clarity or preparing for a presentation, these tips will help you say "penguin" like a native speaker.&nbsp;</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[VLOG: Getting Ready for Holiday Guests]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.speechmodification.com/blog/vlog-getting-ready-for-holiday-guests]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.speechmodification.com/blog/vlog-getting-ready-for-holiday-guests#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.speechmodification.com/blog/vlog-getting-ready-for-holiday-guests</guid><description><![CDATA[Your browser does not support viewing this document. 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