Cross Breeds

British Accent Project?

Ok so I'm doing a project on British accents (because they're awesome) and I'm comparing it to the Aussie accent (I live is SA). The problem is, all the people I know from England and such have either now got a hybrid British/Aus accent, or they're not entirely sure what type they have (i.e. Bristolian accent, Scouse accent etc etc), so I've been having some issues finding legitimate human sources. SO I was wondering if, by chance, you're reading this and do in fact have an authentic British accent, could you please please please record yourself saying the phrases below (it doesn't have to be amazing quality. I used the sound recorder on my laptop, so as long as I can tell what you're saying, it should be fine) and send them to me at mel_rulz_99@yahoo.com, including where you're from/what regional accent you have, and your yahoo username if you want best answer or whatever. If you don't mind being listed as a source, you can also put down your name, although that's not really necessary. I should also warn you that the recording of you speaking will be used in my project, so only do this if you're ok with random aussies listening to your voice. THANKYOU SO MUCH. p.s. sorry about the lame sentences. Pip sits fishing in the river. Rich chicks flick their hips. The lid on the bin was filled with fish fingers. If she is invited, Lily will bring mints as a gift. Elle’s pet hen lays eggs endlessly. The expert mentor educates enthusiastically. Emma said her best friend was a red-head. The wealthy men met every Wednesday. The fat cat sat on the mat Adam can act happy when he is actually sad. The bat flapped madly by. The happy lad spat apples into the sand. My mother shoved one hundred onions in the oven. Over summer, my younger cousin was out of the country. Her brother is nothing but trouble. Uncle’s bubble gum has become an ugly colour. Lottie was cross when she forgot to stop on the crossing. The chocolate melted in the pot in the hot shop. “What a bother, we are obviously lost”, he observed. He thought it was odd that she coughed on the hot pot and did not wash it. Take a good look before you put your foot in the bush. The cook book said the cookie was full of sugar. You shouldn’t pull a bull; it is not a good idea. I would if I could. He tried to cheat by sneaking through the bleachers. We agree to let you compete on the fifteenth. The jolly fleet sailed eagerly in the sea. The monkey and chimpanzee offered me tea up a tree. My aunt can’t sit in a car with my father as he drives rather fast. Let's park our car at Barbara's as the car park is rather far. At last Margaret chanced a disastrous dance with a laughing sergeant. A marble bath was found in the castle. The tall author walked awkwardly. He thought he saw the autumn leaves falling. The awful sauce made Paul pause. The cat crawled over the lawn with its hurt paw. The new blue shoes look beautiful with a navy blue coat. A few beautiful tulips grew in the school garden in June. The music tutor sang a tune on a Tuesday afternoon for the duke. I heard on the news that our school didn’t lose, which was a huge improvement. The girls in purple shirts were urged not to disturb sir Cuthbert. This shirt is the worst in the entire world. He came third in hurdle, but would have been first, had he not been hurt. The burning of coal which is occurring is a burden on the world. A novel about America. Her breakfast was cereal and butter. The doctor was constantly absent. The temperature under the verandah went upwards. The brave knave went sailing at the bay. At eight the train stayed away. I say, may I take some bacon? The aged ale tastes amazing. I’ll buy a bicycle to ride. I sighed because my tie was not as fine as Mike’s. My wife cries when mice give her a fright. Describe the sight you spy through the eyeglass. The boy enjoyed his choice of toys. The noise of her voice was very annoying. The spoilt boy destroyed his employer, then avoided him thereafter. She coyly coiled her hair in the foil. Slowly the ocean rolled home. I wrote to Joe, hoping he would grow up. The rowboat slowly floated over the ocean. The oboe and cello sat alone, woefully echoing tone for tone. How now brown cow. Flowers come on the hour. The sound outside was a mouse. The grouchy hound pounced on the clown by the house. The fierce weirdo bought me a beer. I spoke clearly, but the old dear still didn’t hear. Her peers cried tears of sheer joy when she neared the finishing line. I feared I would appear not nearly as evil as before. The caretaker stared at the square chair. She glared at the tear in her pair of socks. Mary shared her pears. Where is the fair? The jury ensured he was secure. The tourist used pure water. Are you sure the cure is not impure? The poor man was lured into taking the tour. Yeah sorry I didn't realise how much there was. It looked like a lot less on Microsoft word... If you can be bothered doing like, the first few or the last few or a few inbetween, that would still be helpful (: if the first address doesn't work, try mel_rulz_99@hotmail.com

Public Comments

1. sure, I will do so after work - in about 7 hours or so. I am not going to do it at work, because I will probably be politely removed from the premises by a nice man in a white coat...
2. Meh, I would have done it but that's way too much. I might still do it though, if I find myself in the mood I will because I would like to help you out.
3. same with me, ill try and do it later but i might not do them all ;)
4. Will do, this evening (about six hours from now).
5. what do you mean by lame sentence?