When I began training students and professionals around the world, one common pain appeared everywhere — people could read English, even write it fairly well, but when someone spoke fast or used a different accent, everything suddenly became confusing.
If this happens to you, you are not alone. In fact, almost 80% of English learners worldwide face the same problem. The reason is not lack of intelligence. It’s simply that English, unlike many languages, changes sound patterns depending on who speaks it and how fast they speak.
Today, I, Sunīl Chaudhari — Founder of JustBaazaar and Career Building School — will help you understand why fast English and mixed accents cause so much trouble, and how you can fix it completely with focused training, simple methods, and consistency.
Understanding the Problem
Most learners say:
“Guruji, I understand written English, but when people speak fast, I catch only a few words.”
That’s perfectly normal. When people speak fast, they don’t pronounce every word fully. They join sounds, skip syllables, and change rhythm. For example:
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“What are you doing?” becomes “Whatcha doin?”
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“I have got to go.” becomes “I gotta go.”
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“Did you eat yet?” sounds like “Jeet yet?”
These shortcuts are natural English speech patterns. Native speakers learn them unconsciously. But learners who study English from textbooks never get trained for this.
So, the first step is to stop blaming yourself. The issue is not you — it’s your exposure.
Why Accents Sound So Different
Every region has its own accent melody. English spoken in America, England, India, Australia, or Africa has different tone, rhythm, and stress.
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American English has strong “r” sounds and connected words (“better” → “bedder”).
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British English drops many “r” sounds (“car” → “cah”).
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Indian English stresses every syllable more evenly.
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Australian English rises at the end of many sentences.
When your ears are used to one accent, another accent feels like noise. But with correct listening training, your brain can adapt surprisingly fast.
My Early Struggle with Accents
When I started my journey as a digital coach, I interacted with clients from the U.S., U.K., and Singapore. Honestly, at first, I could not understand them clearly. I remember a moment on a Zoom call when a client said something three times, and I still had no clue what he meant.
Instead of feeling ashamed, I decided to train my ears. Every morning, I listened to English news channels — BBC, CNN, and Al Jazeera — for 15 minutes. I watched movies with subtitles, repeated phrases aloud, and practiced mimicking their tone.
Within just 30 days, my listening skills jumped dramatically. That’s when I realized — English listening is a muscle, not a talent. If you train it daily, it becomes powerful.
The Science Behind Fast Speech
When English speakers talk fast, they use something called connected speech. It means:
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They join words.
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They drop small sounds.
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They change vowels for speed.
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“Next day” sounds like “Nexday.”
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“Give me” becomes “Gimme.”
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“Want to” becomes “Wanna.”
It’s not wrong grammar. It’s how English lives in the real world.
Understanding this helps you predict patterns. Once you expect “wanna” for “want to,” your brain stops getting shocked every time you hear it.
Why Subtitles Help — and Hurt
Subtitles are a good start, but many learners become dependent on them. When you always read and listen together, your brain focuses on reading, not hearing.
A better method is shadow listening. Play a 10-second clip, pause, repeat what you heard aloud, then check subtitles only after you speak. This trains both your ear and your mouth.
How to Train for Fast Speech: Step-by-Step
Let’s make this practical.
Step 1: Listen Every Day for 10 Minutes
Start small. Choose one English video — a news report, TED Talk, or interview. Don’t chase full understanding. Just focus on keywords.
Example: if you hear “economy… market… slowdown… recovery…” — you already know the topic.
Step 2: Write Down What You Hear
Pick one 20-second part, play it 3 times, and write the words you catch. Then check the actual transcript. You will notice improvement every week.
Step 3: Repeat Aloud (Shadowing)
Imitate the speaker. Copy their speed, rhythm, and tone. You don’t have to sound native; you just need to match energy.
Step 4: Learn Accent Families
Don’t try to learn all accents at once. Start with one: British or American. After you’re comfortable, explore others.
Step 5: Record Yourself
Record your reading of a short article, then compare it to the original audio. Identify pronunciation differences.
Understanding Accent Families
There are three main global accent families:
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Native English Accents – US, UK, Australian, Canadian.
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Second-Language Accents – Indian, Filipino, African, European.
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Mixed Global Accents – International call centers, global workplaces.
Today’s world is global. You don’t need a “perfect” accent. You need a clear accent. Clarity beats imitation.
Common Mistakes Learners Make
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Listening passively: Watching shows without focus doesn’t train your ear.
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Translating everything: Thinking in your first language slows your understanding.
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Ignoring pronunciation: You can’t hear what you can’t say.
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Skipping daily practice: Language builds like muscle, not like memory.
How to Fix Each Mistake
1. Listen Actively
Pause, predict, note keywords, and replay.
2. Think in English
Use simple English chunks like “I agree,” “Let’s go,” “That makes sense.”
3. Focus on Pronunciation
Practice minimal pairs (ship/sheep, live/leave). Record and replay.
4. Practice Daily
Even 15 minutes a day is better than 3 hours once a week.
Why Mixed Accents Are the Future
In global business, you will meet English speakers from China, Brazil, Nigeria, Germany, and India — each with unique sound and rhythm.
Global English is no longer “British” or “American.” It is understandable English — simple, clear, slow enough, and full of purpose.
That’s exactly what I teach in my Spoken English Mastery Course at Career Building School. We don’t chase fancy accents. We train clarity, listening power, and real-world understanding.
What Makes Our Course Unique
Our Spoken English Course is not another grammar-heavy program. It’s a complete transformation system for your listening, speaking, and confidence.
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✅ 100% Practical: Every session has live speaking and listening drills.
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✅ Accent Training: Understand Indian, British, and American accent families easily.
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✅ Shadow Listening Practice: Learn directly from real conversations.
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✅ Guaranteed Results: If you practice regularly, I personally guarantee visible results.
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✅ 24×7 Support: You can email anytime at connect@careerbuildingschool.com.
👉 Enroll now at: https://www.careerbuildingschool.com/courses/esl
The Guarantee That Works
When I say guarantee, I mean it. If you follow our method and practice daily for 30 days, you will clearly notice faster listening, better pronunciation, and more confident speaking.
We track progress weekly and adjust your plan. No student is left behind.
Tools You Can Use at Home
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YouGlish.com – to hear words in different accents.
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BBC Learning English – to practice slow and fast versions.
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ELSA Speak App – for pronunciation correction.
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YouTube Slow Playback – for step-by-step listening.
My Message to Every Learner
Never say, “My English is weak.” Say, “My English is improving.”
Every improvement begins with belief.
When I teach English to professionals, I remind them — understanding English is not about being “western.” It’s about being effective. It’s about making your voice reach the world with clarity.
So, if you’ve struggled with fast English or mixed accents, your solution is not grammar books. Your solution is focused ear training and speaking exposure.
Real Stories from Learners
One of my students, Meena from Chennai, couldn’t understand her Australian manager’s voice. After 21 days of guided practice, she said, “Guruji, I can finally follow meetings without asking ‘Sorry?’ again.”
Another learner from Dubai, Ahmed, used to watch movies with subtitles. Now he watches without them and catches 90% meaning easily.
These are not miracles. They are the results of correct training and steady practice.
The 21-Day Listening Challenge
If you want a quick result, take this simple challenge:
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Choose one English video every day.
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Listen for 10 minutes.
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Write 5 new words or phrases.
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Record yourself repeating them.
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Do this for 21 days.
I promise — your ears will start recognizing fast English naturally.
Setting Your Goal
Be clear about why you are improving English.
Is it for your job, career growth, travel, or confidence?
Set one main goal. Then break it down:
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Week 1: Listening practice
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Week 2: Pronunciation drills
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Week 3: Speaking and fluency
Goal clarity gives energy.
The Power of Consistency
When I built my career, I didn’t grow overnight. I grew because I showed up daily — for myself, for my students, for my purpose.
Language learning is the same. Show up every day, even when you don’t feel like it.
Soon, English will stop sounding foreign. It will become your natural language of confidence.
Why You Should Enroll Now
If you are serious about transforming your English understanding and communication skills, I invite you to join The Spoken English Mastery Course at Career Building School.
This course will:
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Train your listening for all accents.
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Teach you practical speaking patterns.
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Build your confidence for global interaction.
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Prepare you for interviews, business calls, and presentations.
🎯 Enroll now: https://www.careerbuildingschool.com/courses/esl
📧 For support: connect@careerbuildingschool.com
Final Words
Your dream to speak and understand English easily is 100% achievable. Don’t let fast speakers or mixed accents stop you. You can train your ear, grow your fluency, and express yourself powerfully.
I’ve seen thousands of learners succeed. You can be next.
Keep your goals high, stay positive, and work daily. Because success belongs to those who stay consistent.
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