In a Nutshell: Our Core Objective
For non-native speakers to express themselves confidently in professional settings.
And to master the basics of the American accent and English pronunciation for effective, hassle-free communication with international audiences.
Why Pronunciation is a Big Deal in the Professional World!
When you’ve poured your heart into a presentation only to be met with blank stares, it can be incredibly disappointing!
Or experiencing self-doubt as clients struggle to understand your ideas due to your accent?
In today’s interconnected world, clear communication is the bridge to global success, and an unclear accent can unintentionally create barriers to your professional aspirations.
Your impressive skills and qualifications shouldn’t get lost in translation. This course is designed to address the unique challenges non-native speakers face. With expert trainers focusing on key areas for improvement through a variety of activities and lessons, you’ll gain the tools needed for clear communication.
Things to remember before starting:
We’ve all grown up with accents that are as unique as our hometowns.
But mastering American English Pronunciation isn’t about erasing your identity – it’s about equipping you with the tools to communicate with confidence and clarity.
What makes this course Effective?
140+ Targeted and Effective Video Lessons: Comprehensive and detailed courses take up time. We have designed a course that addresses the root of the problem.
Certified trainer with Extensive experience: Led by a certified professional whose extensive training career grants her a deep understanding of a learner’s journey.
Pronunciation Problem Identification: Our instructor’s background is from the Institute of Language and Phonology and the Training Division of this renowned organization in the US is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech- Language- Hearing Association (ASHA) and it goes beyond standard English Pronunciation training. She possesses the expertise to pinpoint the exact root causes of pronunciation challenges, ensuring targeted and effective improvement.
Business-Ready Communication: We focus on providing practical advice and addressing common mispronunciations frequently encountered in corporate settings.
Active Learning, Lasting Results: This course is designed for active participation. You’ll go beyond passive listening and actively apply pronunciation principles, with plenty of Quizes, Activities and Real-Life Examples.
Simplified Pronunciation Rules: Pronunciation doesn’t have to be a guessing game. We’ll equip you with a solid foundation in the rules of American English pronunciation.
Master Industry-Specific Vocabulary: Speak the language of your industry with confidence. This course focuses on essential business terms relevant in today’s global environment.
Flexibility: Learn anytime, anywhere with our convenient online format that fits seamlessly into your busy schedule.
This course isn’t just about erasing your accent (because let’s be honest, your accent is part of what makes you, you!)
Is this course for you?
This course is for anyone and everyone wanting to get over their fear of speaking better, who are stuck in a cycle of speaking good English with good grammar but still having a difficult time mastering the right pronunciation of English.
It caters to professionals seeking to enhance their communication skills for better career prospects, helping them articulate their ideas clearly and confidently in meetings, presentations, and negotiations.
It is also beneficial for students who go to the US for higher studies or students taking the IELTS or CELTA courses or aiming to improve their academic performance and participate more actively in discussions.
Additionally, it supports non-native English speakers striving to integrate more seamlessly into English-speaking environments, ensuring they can express themselves accurately and be understood easily.
Instructor Spotlight
Krishna brings a remarkable 40 years of experience to the table. After immigrating to the United States 27 years ago and becoming a US citizen, her passion for education and helping others continued to flourish.
Internationally Certified:
Krishna is an internationally certified US Accent & Pronunciation Modification Instructor from the renowned Institute of Language and Phonology (USA). This Institute’s Training Division is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Furthermore, she’s a SQA certified Soft Skills Trainer from the Image Consulting Business Institute (ICBI) Bangalore.
A Lifelong Learner and Global Citizen:
Krishna’s journey of learning extends beyond her impressive career. She even obtained her Management degree (HR) at the inspiring age of 54, showcasing her dedication to continuous improvement. Additionally, being a naturalized American citizen who splits her time between India and the US, she brings a unique global perspective to her training.
The Only Certified “Compton P-ESL” Instructor in India:
She offers a distinct advantage to her students. As the only certified “Compton P-ESL Accent and Pronunciation Modification Instructor” in India, she utilizes the PESL method, a proven and scientific approach developed by the Institute of Language and Phonology (USA). This method focuses on achieving clear, intelligible, and accurate English pronunciation while minimizing the influence of your native tongue.
Dedicated to Results and Empowering Learners:
Krishna’s passion lies in helping participants achieve their communication goals. Through her US accent coaching and soft skills training, you’ll learn not just to speak clearly but also to communicate with confidence and impact.
Client Testimonials
Dr. Gargi Roy Goswami : “This course stands out because of its practical, hands-on approach to accent training. Krishna doesn’t just focus on theory – she provides real-world exercises that help you practice and perfect your accent.”
Overall, Krishna Mukherji’s course is a game-changer for anyone looking to master an American English accent. The practical implementation aspects are what truly set it apart, making it not just a learning experience, but a transformative journey.”
Suprabha Arvind: “I work as a Math Teacher at Cuemath. As a part of our Skill development program, we took the American Accent & English Pronunciation Masterclass (2024) conducted by Ms. Krishna Mukherji.
I always thought that I spoke English perfectly but after attending Krishna Mam’s class I realized that though I spoke very good grammatically correct English, I was not pronouncing many sounds correctly and I had lot of Mother Tongue Influence on my speech. I was completely unaware of this.
I learnt a lot in her class and was able to improve my accent and pronunciation by learning the correct sounds and the speaking pattern of the American English.
Krishna Mukherji Mam’s classes were very interesting and interactive, with lots of practice exercises.
It has helped me immensely in my profession and all my students from the United States and other native English-speaking countries understand me much better now than before.
I will highly recommend Krishna Mukherji Mam’s course.”
Bharathi Bhandarkar: “I work as a Project Manager in a healthcare IT firm in Bangalore. Before I used to struggle to understand my American colleagues’ accent and I spoke too fast. I didn’t know which syllable to stress or which vowel sound to stretch or shorten. Thanks to Ms. Krishna’s guidance. I learnt a lot and improved my accent and communication skills. Now I understand others better and express myself more clearly.
This coaching made a big difference in my professional interactions. I highly recommend this course to everyone.”
Rajini Balaji: We were a few chosen teachers who had the privilege to be coached under Krishna Mukherji Ma’am, for the English Accent Training. This helped us immensely in our tutoring classes where we have many students from the US Region. My US students are very happy with the accent that I carry in my language now. I am now one of the top 15% of the teachers in the company. I immensely thank Krishna Ma’am for all the wonderful classes, which has given me a good recognition in my company globally.
So, ditch the self-doubt and embrace the journey towards clear, impactful communication. A world of opportunity awaits you, where you can finally be understood for what you say instead of how you say it.
Enroll today and unlock your full potential!
Get an Introduction to this section on Articulation, Articulators, and Mumbling.
Understand the basic concepts of articulation and how the articulators work. Learn how to avoid mumbling and improve clarity in speech.
Practice vowel sounds to improve clarity and articulation.
Enhance your articulation skills through shadowing exercises, mimicking native speakers.
Understand the goals of sound classification and the use of phonetic symbols and letters to represent different sounds.
Get acquainted with the English alphabet and its phonetic symbols.
Distinguish between vowels and consonants and their roles in pronunciation.
Practice distinguishing and pronouncing voiced and unvoiced consonant sounds.
Understand the goal of mastering correct consonant sounds using the IPA chart.
Learn the International Phonetic Alphabet and its significance in pronunciation.
Master the pronunciation of plosive consonants like P and B.
Engage in targeted exercises to practice the plosive consonants "P" and "B," reinforcing your ability to pronounce these sounds clearly.
Learn to pronounce plosive consonants T and D accurately.
Practice producing the plosive consonants "T" and "D" through various exercises designed to improve clarity and accuracy.
Perfect the pronunciation of K and G sounds.
Reinforce your skills with the plosive consonants "K" and "G" through focused practice activities.
Learn the nasal sounds M, N, and NG.
Practice nasal consonant sounds through targeted exercises.
Master the fricative sounds V and F.
Practice producing the fricative consonants "F" and "V" through targeted exercises to enhance clarity and precision.
Learn to differentiate and pronounce the two TH sounds.
Practice exercises to master both TH sounds.
Focus on the fricative sounds S and Z.
Practice producing the fricative consonants "S" and "Z" with specific exercises to improve your pronunciation.
Learn to pronounce the sounds SH and ZH.
Engage in exercises to master SH and ZH sounds.
Understand and practice the approximant sounds R and L.
Practice exercises to master R and L sounds.
Learn the pronunciation of affricate sounds CH and J.
Engage in exercises to master the affricate sounds "CH" and "J," improving your overall pronunciation.
Focus on the glide sounds W and Y.
Practice producing the glide consonants "W" and "Y" with specific exercises designed to refine your pronunciation.
Master the glottal "H" sound by understanding its unique pronunciation and practicing its production in various words.
Understand and master the pronunciation of monophthong (single, pure vowel sounds) and diphthong (complex vowel sounds that glide from one position to another) vowel sounds.
Learn about monophthong vowels, which are pronounced with a single, unchanging sound.
Engage in exercises to practice short and long monophthong vowel sounds.
Understand diphthongs, which involve a glide from one vowel sound to another within the same syllable.
Understand diphthongs even further.
Practice exercises to master diphthong vowel sounds.
Learn to distinguish between monophthong and diphthong vowel sounds.
Check your answers and reinforce your understanding.
Understand the rules that determine when vowel sounds are long or short in pronunciation.
Learn specific rules, such as how vowels are typically long before silent "e" and short in closed syllables.
Continue practicing the rules for long and short vowel sounds.
Understand the rules for pronouncing past tense endings in regular verbs, focusing on the sounds /t/, /d/, and /ɪd/.
Learn and practice the /t/ sound in past tense endings, as in "cooked."
Master the /d/ sound (as in "played") and the /ɪd/ sound (as in "wanted") in past tense endings through practice.
Understand consonant blends, where two or more consonants are combined and pronounced together, such as "bl" in "black."
Understand consonant blends, where two or more consonants are combined and pronounced together
Engage in exercises to master consonant blends like PR (as in "prince"), BR (as in "brick"), TR (as in "train"), DR (as in "drive"), KR (as in "crane"), FR (as in "frog"), and GR (as in "grape").
Understand basic rules for syllable stress, such as how stress patterns can change the meaning of words.
Practice breaking down words into syllables and identifying which syllable is stressed. This foundational skill is crucial for mastering syllable stress rules.
Learn basic rules for syllable stress
Understand the specific rules for syllable stress in nouns, verbs, and adjectives, which can differ based on word length and structure.
Apply what you’ve learned in practical exercises.
Learn the stress patterns for words ending in specific suffixes such as CY, TY, GY, PHY, and AL, which often have predictable stress rules.
Practice applying these rules of Syllable Stress in exercises and solidify your learnings.
Master the stress rules for words ending in ADE, EE, EER, ESE, QUE, ETTE, and OON, which often follow specific patterns.
Engage in exercises to master these stress rules.
Learn how to correctly stress three-syllable nouns and adjectives, which often have their stress on the first or second syllable.
Reinforce your understanding of syllable stress for three-syllable nouns and adjectives with focused practice.
Explore additional syllable stress rules for words with various endings, which may have unique stress patterns.
Engage in activities to practice syllable stress rules for words with different endings.
Continue exploring and mastering syllable stress rules for a wider range of word endings.
Further practice applying syllable stress rules to words with a range of endings through interactive exercises.
Dive deeper into stress rules for words with different endings, with additional practice to enhance accuracy.
Reinforce your understanding of stress patterns for various word endings with targeted exercises.
Understand the stress patterns for compound words, which can differ significantly from single words.
Practice stressing compound words through focused exercises to master this important aspect of pronunciation.
Explore the objectives of distinguishing between content words and structure words. Understand their roles and importance in speech.
Understand how to identify and use content and structure words to create natural, flowing speech.
Engage in exercises to identify and use content words and structure words correctly in various contexts.
Understand how word stress can alter meanings in English. Explore the objectives of mastering stress patterns for different interpretations.
Learn how to use word stress to change meanings and practice with activities designed to illustrate these differences.