I am fascinated with English and American accents, especially when each, does the other's. I have found that when English actors do American accents, they are far more successful, than the reverse. My reasoning is that the English are in general better actors, that they take the craft a bit more seriously.
I have also read that when an American tries to sound, "English", a native of England hears several distinct accents, from different areas of the country, and social strata, whereas 'American' has a more homogenized accent, and may be easier to emulate. The 17th century English accent in the sample, sounded Irish to me. ---In [email protected], <[email protected]> wrote : . And how to read Shakespeare correctly! 5 things you never knew about your accent - Telegraph http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturenews/11167569/british-american-accent-facts.html http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturenews/11167569/british-american-accent-facts.html 5 things you never knew about your accent - Telegraph http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturenews/11167569/british-american-accent-facts.html Why English people sound American when they sing, and other intriguing linguistic theories View on www.telegraph.co.uk http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturenews/11167569/british-american-accent-facts.html Preview by Yahoo
