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How to
Write a Student Council Speech
Being a member of the student council can help you help your school. However, it takes hard work to get into the student council. You need to craft a good speech that gives your classmates incentives to vote for you.
How to
Write a Welcome Speech
Are you on welcome speech duty for an upcoming program or event? You’ve got nothing to worry about—with the right format and tone, it’s super easy to write and present a welcome speech for just about any occasion. ...
How to
Speak in a British Accent
This article focuses on "Received Pronunciation" (RP), the stereotypical British accent mainly spoken in the south of England, and exaggerated by the upper classes, sometimes described as "the King's English". There are ...
How to
Talk With a Deeper Voice
Whether you’re trying to become a radio announcer or improve your sense of authority over your new puppy, talking with a deeper voice can be very useful. Quite a bit of information on this topic exists, and luckily, we...
Say It Like a ‘Strayan: Everything You Need to Know to Do an Aussie Accent
Pronunciation, tone, and slang to have you soundin' like a true blue Aussie G'day, mate! If you want to sound like you come from the land down under, you've come to the right place. The Australian accent is more than jus...
How to
Introduce the Next Speaker in a Presentation
Whether at work, school, or a professional conference or workshop, group presentations are something you might find yourself giving from time to time. Introductions are part of any public speaking, so it’s good to know...
How to
Write a Debate Speech
So, you've joined debate, and it's time to write a debate speech. There are some tried and true methods to writing an effective debate speech. If you understand them, and the components that make up a standard debate spe...
How to
Change Your Voice
The sound of your voice is determined by the size of your vocal cords and other physiological factors. While it's not possible to completely alter your voice from high to low or vice versa, there are techniques you can t...
How to
Lose Your Voice Fast
If you wish to lose your voice fast without resorting to smoking or getting a cold, take measures to hinder your vocal cords. Exert your voice by screaming, singing, whispering, coughing, clearing your throat, or attendi...
How to
Have a Nice Voice
Do you think your voice sounds weird? Do you not like your voice cracking? Believe it or not, you're not stuck with the voice you have now, even if you're an adult. Almost every aspect of your voice, from its deepness to...
How to
Talk Like a Stereotypical New Yorker
The City of New York, as it's officially called, is quite a distinctive one. The way New Yorkers speak is different from generic US speech, both in the accent and in some of the phrases used. Learning how to pronounce yo...
How to
Lose Your Voice
Hoarseness or total loss of your voice is caused by a condition called laryngitis in which the voice box (larynx) becomes inflamed. Laryngitis has many causes, so, if you're aiming to lose your voice on purpose, you have...
How to
Get Good Customer Service when Talking to a Customer Service Representative
Dealing with customer service for a specific company or service can often be a very frustrating experience. While some companies are more customer-friendly and pride themselves on making their customers happy, other comp...
How to
Permanently Lower Your Voice
Not everyone is blessed with a deep, sultry, and mysterious voice. Most people develop a deeper voice as they mature but some will always have a tenor range. Suddenly going from Prince to James Earl Jones may be impossib...
How to
Develop a Perfect Speaking Voice
We have all heard at least one person in our lives whose voice is so beautiful and rich that we enjoy listening to them speak, sometimes regardless of what they are actually saying. While developing perfect vocal intonat...
How to
Stop Mumbling and Speak Clearly
Being told that you mumble can be frustrating, especially if you’re trying your best to speak up. Since mumbling makes it hard for people to hear you, improving your speech will help you communicate better and share yo...
How to
Train Your Voice
Your voice is an instrument that needs training and practice so it improves. Fortunately, there are lots of exercises that teach you to breathe or vocalize properly. Whether you're working with a vocal coach or on your o...
How to
Do a Presentation in Class
Doing a presentation in class can be intimidating, but it does not have to be. This wikiHow will give you lots of pointers on how to do a presentation in class with minimal stress.
How to
Disguise Your Voice over the Phone
Disguising your voice over the phone is fairly simple in the digital age. You can find any number of apps that will make your voice almost unrecognizable. Another option is to use text-to-speech software, where you can t...
How to
Introduce People
''The proper etiquette for introducing people (including examples)'' Introducing people is both an art and a means of ensuring good manners. A good introduction can get people off to a great conversational start and can ...
