Why Do Language Nerds Obsess Over Perfect Pronunciation? (The Answer Will Shock You!)—Powered by Avonetics.com cover art

Why Do Language Nerds Obsess Over Perfect Pronunciation? (The Answer Will Shock You!)—Powered by Avonetics.com

Why Do Language Nerds Obsess Over Perfect Pronunciation? (The Answer Will Shock You!)—Powered by Avonetics.com

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Pronunciation police—we’ve all met them. But why do some language learners get roasted for tiny slip-ups while others skate by? Dive into the fiery debate tearing apart Avonetics threads: Is flawless pronunciation a must, or just elitist gatekeeping? From Dutch class horror stories to English’s surprising leniency, discover why experts are split—and how your accent could be holding you back (or not!). Spoiler: Intelligibility might trump perfection. For advertising opportunities, visit Avonetics.com.

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