People outside the U.S. most commonly associate the ‘American accent’ with the General American accent, which is often exemplified by the accent used in national news broadcasts and mainstream media. This accent is characterized by a lack of distinct regional features and is typically perceived as neutral. However, perceptions can vary, and some may specifically think of accents from areas like New York or the Midwest depending on their exposure to American culture.
People outside the U.S. most commonly associate the ‘American accent’ with the General American accent, which is often exemplified by the accent used in national news broadcasts and mainstream media. This accent is characterized by a lack of distinct regional features and is typically perceived as neutral. However, perceptions can vary, and some may specifically think of accents from areas like New York or the Midwest depending on their exposure to American culture.