Mouth exercises for speaking

Reduces tension in the mouth and jaw area during speaking.

• Place your palms on the sides of your face and slowly massage the jaw and cheek muscles with slow small circular motions.
• Continue to massage while lowering and raising your jaw.
• Add the sound – “mamamama” with a very light lip contact for the “m”

1. Can tongue exercises improve speech?
2. What is tongue twister exercise?
3. How can I improve my speech and diction?

Can tongue exercises improve speech?

The tongue is a muscle and like any other muscles, it needs a regular workout which includes stretching and strengthening. A strong and flexible tongue also helps improve one's ability to speak a second or third language clearly.

What is tongue twister exercise?

Tongue twisters are a great way to practice and improve pronunciation and fluency. They can also help to improve accents by using alliteration, which is the repetition of one sound. They're not just for kids, but are also used by actors, politicians, and public speakers who want to sound clear when speaking.

How can I improve my speech and diction?

Here are nine tips for improving your diction with exercises to help you increase the quality of your speech:

1. Practice tongue twisters. ...
2. Read aloud. ...
3. Manage your pace. ...
4. Exaggerate mouth movements. ...
5. Use exercises to strengthen your facial muscles. ...
6. Control your breathing. ...
7. Imitate good speakers. ...
8. Prepare in advance.