What is in Accent? An accent, or dialect, is the variance in the way people from different regions or national origins speak the same sounds. Accents are not speech or language disorders but are simply natural differences that are part of any spoken language. If an individual wishes to modify his or her accent, A Speech-Language Pathologist can support them in the process. What is Accent Modification? Accent modification is an elective service sought by individuals who want to change or modify their speech patterns. Some people seek out accent modification in order to be more understood by others. Accent modification may be explored with a Speech-Language Pathologist in situations such as:
Individuals learning English as a second language
Professionals wishing to improve their communication at work