American English Pronunciation by Habit | Accent Reduction (Udemy.com)
Achieve clear and confident English pronunciation; build strong pronunciation habits to speak English without thinking.
Created by: Luke Priddy
Last updated February 2024
What you will learn
- Build a foundation of vowels and consonant sounds so that you can say anything
- Master techniques for learning how to hear and copy any English sound without phonetic symbols
- Learn how to pronounce some of the most often mispronounced sounds in order to avoid misunderstandings
- Develop your muscle memory with subtle English sounds, including diphthongs, the schwa sound, and more
- Build solid pronunciation habits through exercises with tongue twisters, minimal pairs, and more
- Use the pronunciation you learn without thinking while you speak. It has to be automatic!
- Find your speaking flow with voiced and unvoiced neighbors, which is the key to fluent pronunciation
- Practice each sound, word, and sentence alongside me, in order to hone your pronunciation faster
- Master sounds in words, and words in complete sentences so that you can develop an instinct for that fluent native-speaker sound
How it compares
Against the other 535 rated Udemy courses in Language Learning on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.8 out of 5higher than 82% of them
- Reviews112#447 of 536 by number of reviews
- Length9.6 hourslonger than 72% of them
- Last updatedFebruary 2024earlier than 51% of them
Course Description
Hi! I'm Luke.
Do you want to have natural-sounding English pronunciation without having to think while you're speaking?
Stop looking. You found the right course.
Join me on this comprehensive and hands-on guide through clear and fluent English pronunciation. I'll be your guide to help you master natural English sounds, words, and fluency with tons of highly impactful exercises and focused practice. You will be practicing alongside me throughout the course!
In the first section, we'll focus on essential English sounds such as vowel and consonant sounds, as well as common mistakes that non-native speakers often make. You'll learn how to clearly pronounce English sounds and hone your self-awareness so that you can hear when you are making the sound correctly.
Moving on to the second section, we'll dive into subtler English sounds such as the schwa sound, diphthongs, and voiced and unvoiced sounds, among others. We'll also work on making sentences flow naturally by linking and blending words, which is essential for that natural and fluent native-speaker sound. We'll tackle challenging sounds like the different sounds of 't' and 'th', as well as sounds that vibrate.
In the third section, we'll focus on pronouncing challenging words, including words that are difficult because of syllables, complexity, length, and origin. You'll learn techniques for saying words confidently and accurately, and then make sure you build the habits necessary to be able to say them whenever you need without thinking.
Finally, in the fourth section, we'll tackle English pronunciation challenges and exercises designed to help you achieve fluency and build strong pronunciation habits. You'll work on tongue twisters, minimal pairs practice, the shadowing method, and more. This section will give you the tools you need to truly master English pronunciation once and for all.
Throughout the course, I'll be right there with you on screen, demonstrating each sound and teaching you exactly how to produce it. We'll focus on practice, so you can master the English pronunciation skills you need to become a confident and fluent English speaker.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your English pronunciation to the next level – sign up now!
Instructor Details
- 4.8 Rating
112 Reviews
Luke Priddy
Hi. My name is Luke.
I'm the founder of Cloud English. I've been teaching English for years, and over that time I've discovered powerful language learning methods that make learning English much easier and more effective. My courses have helped thousands of people become more fluent in English.
My courses will help you:
- Become more confident in English conversations
- Master English vocabulary, phrases, and expressions
- Take your English pronunciation and fluency to the next level
- Improve your English listening skills
- Think in English when you're speaking English
- Sound natural saying exactly what you mean
Here, you can find courses on business English, American English slang, American English pronunciation, common English idioms (useful for IELTS and TOEFL), and more!
I use a split screen presentation style for my courses. You will be able to see both my face and a digital blackboard. It's a great way to learn!
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Reviews
By Geesi Cadde on 4/14/2026
this course is very good and also the teacher understaning the lessons very nice
By Boris R on 11/30/2025
Luke is an amazing teacher. He makes English pronunciation feel easy and fun. He is very patient when he explains everything and he has this kind, gentle way that helps to understand everything. He uses great examples, clear sounds and good techniques that make learning feel nice and professional. I feel brave with him. I want to try more, learn more and grow every day because of his guidance. Luke is a wonderful teacher. This course was outstanding for anyone who wants to build a strong habit in pronunciation.
By Emre Gezer on 9/30/2025
The course was excellent. Especially, Chapter 5 was inspiring! Thank you, Luke.
By Sara Patricia Ruiz on 8/21/2025
Me gusta que el profesor es claro en los objetivos del curso y explica como debería ser tomado por el estudiante para aprovecharlo al máximo.
By Viviana Caceres-Linton on 1/22/2025
I have only heard the intro, but so far it seems exactly what I was looking for.
By Leandro Ferrado on 9/1/2024
Excellent content - just what I needed to understand correct sounds for a proper pronunciation. Very good job Luke!!
By Edgar Arturo Palacios Gonzalez on 6/11/2024
Excellent course, excellent teacher and great material to review . Thank you very much
By Jean Evens Metelus on 12/18/2023
The speaker was clear and he provided a lot of details. I learn new techniques and strategies to improve my English pronunciation. I would highly recommend this course to any English learner.
By Lyubov Kholobtseva on 3/8/2023
I have taken all of Luke's courses, and I have to say, they were incredibly valuable. What I appreciate most about these courses is that they are not just about memorizing vocabulary or grammar rules but about changing your approach to learning a language. It's clear that he cares about our progress and success. His heart is in teaching, and he approaches it with the mind of a psychologist. Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable about the English language and its nuances, but he also has a really nice personality and sense of humor. Taking his courses feels like going on a journey of discovery and learning how to enjoy the process of learning English. It's like having a friend who is an experienced traveler and who supports and encourages you throughout the journey. You want to travel with him again and again. I highly recommend his courses to anyone looking for a truly transformative learning experience.
By Vvskrao on 3/7/2023
I just started learning this course. But I know pretty well that it will not disappoint me because I have been learning from Luke sir from Last few months. I know he is a great teacher
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