My Eponym
danbritanisation
Meaning: the aptitude to feel familiar with the British accent even when you're not a native speaker.
For example:
1. Even though Rob was born and lived many years in Brazil, he always felt a danbritanisation, when talking to your English father;
2. Mary travelled the world in search of a special boyfriend, who is an authentic Londoner. Now, she's struggling to develop her danbritanisation.
Origin: Daniel is a self-taught English student, blogger and enthusiast for British accent. He spends his free-time mimicking this particular accent by listening, recording and comparing his voice with real spoken English of Britain. He loves to do that. He also enjoys watching British series and learn typical expressions as well as local culture. When he listen to someone talking in English, he funnily try to identify if it's from Britain or not . He hopes to share one day his voice with world through his danbritanisation.
Quick Quiz
Which of the following is an example of britdanisation?
a. a colleague of you that says: "I don't have to do with foreign languages"
b. I even understand another languages, but, when it comes accents I can't feel totally comfortable.
c. To really learn a language I like to pay attention the way native speakers sound, because I feel closer to them.
Comments
The c is correct. BTW, is there anyone to pronounce "danbritainistion" in British accent?
I wouldn't say "obsessed" teacher Tara, but I can say this accent it's something I miss if I go without listening to it.
You're not alone - so many people find British accent charming, even though American movies or videos are everywhere.
rock on blog I like reading it and i enjoyed it though
Fun! I love your word. I learned so much about you. I didn't realize you were obsessed with learning the British accent (as well as improving your writing skills). It's a lovely accent, isn't it? You might like listening to these poems. Also, check out all of Vicki's videos. These should help you go further with your danbritinisation.
Can you spot a common error here?
"He also enjoys to watch British series..."
The answer is (c) to really learn a language I like to pay attention the way native speakers sound, because I feel closer to them.
Warm regards.