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Master American English with interactive Lingoda courses. You'll practice speaking with teachers from around the world and learn different English accents. Our American spoken English classes online are for all levels from A1 beginners to C1 advanced students. Classes are structured using real-life situations so you learn American English skills for everyday life. Courses are in-depth so you can learn American English without missing a thing.

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Classes are available for students of all levels

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Tips and tricks to learn American English

These articles and blogs will help you learn American English on your own.

How to write an American-style resume (US version of the CV)

Resumes in the USA are different than other parts of the world. These do's and don't's explain it all.

American work culture explained

If you're working or going to work in the US, this blog covers what you need to know.

Try these 4 American accents

Not all Americans speak the same way but here are the 4 main US accents you could hear when you meet one.

English language certifications in America

Learn which English certification you'll need if you're going to work, live or study in the US.

The differences between American, British and Australian English

The vocabulary, spelling and pronunciation differences in English from different countries.

How to get health insurance in America

Health insurance in America seems complicated, but this article breaks it down for you.

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How to write an American-style resume (US version of the CV)

Resumes in the USA are different than other parts of the world. These do's and don't's explain it all.

2

American work culture explained

If you're working or going to work in the US, this blog covers what you need to know.

3

Try these 4 American accents

Not all Americans speak the same way but here are the 4 main US accents you could hear when you meet one.

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English language certifications in America

Learn which English certification you'll need if you're going to work, live or study in the US.

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The differences between American, British and Australian English

The vocabulary, spelling and pronunciation differences in English from different countries.

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How to get health insurance in America

Health insurance in America seems complicated, but this article breaks it down for you.

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Frequently asked questions

Lingoda classes are interactive, so you start speaking from day one. Our in-depth classes focus on all aspects of language: grammar, speaking, reading and writing. Classes are based on real situations so you can apply what you learn to daily life. Experienced teachers give you real-time feedback.

All our teachers are native-level English tutors who will help you learn American English online in a fun and dynamic way. During each class, you’ll be encouraged to speak and practice what you have learned during the lesson. Make sure to ask questions during class and get involved in conversations.

We provide you with the tools you need to learn American English. But to be able to fully capitalize on your learnings, you must get involved inside and outside of class. Start a conversation with native American speakers, watch American movies, or read a book from an American author to understand the differences. During class, you’ll learn the rules of speaking American English, but outside of class is your opportunity to see how well you can put into practice what you learned.

Very important. Recognising different accents will help you when someone speaks to you in English. Lingoda teachers are from all around the world, so learning with us means you’ll practice listening to various accents and train your ear.

As there are more than 400 million native English speakers in the world and coming from a broad range of countries, you will encounter plenty of different accents while meeting people. In the United States, there are roughly 30 major dialects. This means that if you visit the north, south, east, or west of the country, you will be encountering a whole variety of different American accents.

Learning how to distinguish the different accents will help you communicate better with the locals, as well as fully comprehend your conversations with new people. If you wish to learn American English, it will be essential to find out the differences between accents in specific areas. During the American English classes online, you will get the chance to learn about this and much more.

There is no official distinction between languages and different dialects of the same language in modern linguistics. It’s hard to say if American English is a language or dialect, so stick to the English connected to where you live or work and learn American English to communicate internationally.

However, there are a few important points to keep in mind. There are quite a few differences in terms of pronunciation and spelling between American English and British English. This means that if you are working with people from the United Kingdom or have social circles with British people, you might want to keep in mind the differences that can be found between the two.

Another important thing to keep in mind is that although American English has no official distinction, there are 30 different dialects within American English and therefore you will encounter people speaking in American English in varied ways. Moreover, you will find that many English speakers globally learned how to speak American English as well. With our online English classes, you’ll learn about this topic and much more.

In America, Merriam-Webster’s dictionary is considered the standard. Most dictionaries will include a difference in pronunciation or spelling between American and British English. In Britain, the Cambridge English or Oxford English dictionaries are standard.

The Merriam-Webster dictionary gets updated every year with revisions and the addition of new words. If you want to become fluent in American English or keep up to date with the latest vocabulary, it might be a good idea to invest in one of these dictionaries.

Having a personal dictionary can also be a useful tool while learning a new language. An appropriate dictionary will allow you to understand the language better, improve your communication, as well as allow you to make sure that you are using the vocabulary correctly.

Languages change. Different elements can influence language such as culture, distance and technology. British people no longer speak in the same way British colonists from the 1600s did. Hundreds of years and thousands of miles apart, you learn that American English and British English evolved differently.

There are a few reasons why American English and British English are different. When the first settlers came to the U.S. from England, they brought what’s known as the “rhotic speech,” which used to be the common tongue at the time. However, as time passed by, the British began to speak with Received Pronunciation instead of the rhotic speech, which still had continued in the U.S. You may have also noticed that there are differences between American and British English when it comes to spelling. This is because when the famous creator of the Merriam-Webster dictionary, Noah Webster, wrote the first dictionary, he wanted to make American spelling different from British English to reinforce the nation’s independence from the British.

These are just a couple of the reasons why you will be encountering differences between American English and British English. You will find that the Lingoda teachers are quite knowledgeable and will be able to explain to you in more depth about these distinctions.

The key differences between American and British English are pronunciation, spelling and grammar. Both are considered correct. Most learners will notice pronunciation differences first. As a learner, choose the pronunciation, spelling and grammar that you prefer and stick to it until you master it.

There are a few distinct differences between British English and American English. The main difference is that British English has kept the same spelling of the words that it took from other languages, such as French and German. On the other hand, American English uses the spelling that comes from how the word sounds when it is spoken. Moreover, American English has also evolved and been influenced by the many waves of immigration that have passed since the 17th century.

There are two common differences found in American English vs. British English. The words that end in ‘or’ in American English, typically end in ‘our’ in British English. As well as for the words that end in ‘ize’ in American English, end in ‘ise’ in British English. You’ll learn more about these differences during your English courses with Lingoda.

There are many different types of accents in American English but there are also some common features that you can use to make your accent more “American”. Here are some tips on how to learn an American accent:

 

Listen to American TV shows and movies.

 

Listen to native speakers talking about subjects that interest you, such as sports or politics. This will help you pick up slang words and phrases as well as expressions that people use when they’re excited or angry etc… You’ll also pick up on regional differences so it’s important not to get too hung up on saying things exactly like a native speaker would say them or else people will think that you’re putting on an act!

 

Watch interviews with famous Americans (like politicians or actors) so that you can hear how they pronounce words which may sound funny if said by someone from another country! For example: “y’all” instead of “you all” (which is actually more common than you might think).

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