Why do I keep Mumbling Whenever I Talk? – Voice Training For Better Articulation

Mumbling – It’s a common frustration many of us face in our day-to-day lives, and very often, we find ourselves in the predicament of having to repeat ourselves multiple times because those around us are unable to decipher what we’re trying to say! How frustrating it must feel to never be understood from the get-go…Is this something you struggle with? Luckily for you, we’re sharing some tips that we typically provide to our clients to improve speech clarity:

1.Open Your Mouth

Ever noticed how mumblers tend to keep their lips sealed? You’ll find very minimal lip movement as if they’re constantly holding back their words! The thing is, articulation thrives on airflow.  Don’t hesitate to open up your mouth to allow breath to flow freely through. Loosen those lips, allow space between them, and feel the difference as your words start to form. This is also another reason why mumblers are so soft-spoken. Nothing escapes their mouths, not even sound!

2. Exercise Your Articulators

Another reason for mumbling is LAZINESS! Some of us neglect engaging our articulators possibly because of the effort required to enunciate our words accurately. This causes us to sound sloppy. We should be exercising our main articulators such as the upper and lower lips, tongue, upper gum ridge, the hard and soft palate, the pharyngeal wall, and the glottis. Paying attention to how you articulate your words and actively engaging your articulators will help you improve your voice’s clarity and impact. Regular articulation practice not only improves your diction but also adds vitality and personality to your speech.

3. Emphasise The Consonants

Clear speech is less about dragging out the vowels and more about articulating the consonants. Focus on sharpening sounds like T, D, K, S, P, and B whenever you speak. These consonants help to make your words sound sharp and clear!

Remember to practice, practice, practice! Nothing will change unless you do!