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Because it's different from theirs and beyond TV and movies they don't hear it often.
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What is Robbie Williams accent?
I don't believe he has the real British accent. In many words he pronounces sounds like Americans do (e.g. "either").
Why do Americans like the English accent so much?
This is really more of a generalization or stereotype. Some Americans like the standard English accent and some do not. Just as some Brits like the American accent, and some do not.You simply cannot make the blanket statement that Americans like the English accent.
Why dont Americans have an accent?
Everyone has an accent, including Americans. The perception that Americans do not have an accent is because American English is often considered the standard or "neutral" accent in certain contexts. Different regions within the United States, however, have various accents and dialects.
Why do British people think Americans have accents?
British people believe Americans have accents because they perceive differences in pronunciation, intonation, and vocabulary compared to their own speech patterns. Accents are a natural part of language variation, and what is considered accent-free is often influenced by local norms and perceptions.
Was the American or the British accent the original English accent?
The British accent was the original although accents slowly change with time.It is interesting to note, however, that the original British accent was more like the modern-day American accent, and research has shown that it is the British accent which has evolved more since colonisation of North America. Originally, both the British and Americans spoke with a rhotic accent. Rhoticessentially means an accent where the letter 'r' is pronounced strongly after a vowel. Rhotic accents are strong in both the US and Scotland, but seem to have disappeared from British English and its derivatives, such as Australian and New Zealand English.
Why can't Americans say 'Harry'?
If you have a british accent, we Americans think you say "harry" funny also.
Did Sherlock Holmes have a British accent?
Of course he has an accent. Everyone has an accent. To Americans, he has a British accent. To British people, he speaks normally.
Why do Americans hate the British accent?
It's not accurate to say that Americans universally hate the British accent. Some Americans may find certain British accents difficult to understand or associate them with negative stereotypes, but others find them charming or sophisticated. Accents are subjective and can be influenced by personal experiences and cultural perceptions.
What is the the traditional accent of Colonial America?
It would most likely be a British accent because during that time Americans were migrating to America (to be)
Do girls like the Irish accent?
Apparently they do.The Irish accent was voted the sexiest accent in the world in a survey of over 5,000 women a few months ago,beating the likes of the British and French accents.However,it can be irritating when talking to Americans and they all keep commenting, 'Oh my gaaawd,your accent is so coool'!
Does Robert Patinson have a British accent?
Being British he has a British accent.
What accent does Katy Perry have?
No, she's AmericanKatie Perry (the fashion designer) was born in London, England but currently resides in Australia.
