Accent Quote by Michael Caine
“When I'm doing an accent, you shouldn't notice it for a while, if I'm doing it right.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Man Who Knew Too Much, 1956
A well‑executed accent blends naturally into speech, becoming unnoticeable to listeners.
In simple terms: A good accent feels natural.
Practice until it feels seamless.
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When to use this quote
- theatre auditions
- public speaking
- voiceover work
- language learning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you test if an accent is truly invisible?
- What cues reveal a forced accent?
Over‑emphasis can make the accent obvious.