This article was co-authored by Patrick Muñoz. Patrick is an internationally recognized Voice & Speech Coach, focusing on public speaking, vocal power, accent and dialects, accent reduction, voiceover, acting and speech therapy. He has worked with clients such as Penelope Cruz, Eva Longoria, and Roselyn Sanchez. He was voted LA's Favorite Voice and Dialect Coach by BACKSTAGE, is the voice and speech coach for Disney and Turner Classic Movies, and is a member of Voice and Speech Trainers Association. This article has been viewed 451,127 times.

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If you want to fake a thick Russian accent, make sure to roll any “r” sounds, which will make your accent sound more authentic. Additionally, replace “th” sounds with “d,” unless it is at the end of a word, which should be pronounced like “t.” For example, instead of saying “this,” say “dis.” As you work on your pronunciations, say stressed syllables with a higher pitch and for a longer period of time than you would in English. To get a better idea of how to say certain phrases or work on your flow, watch videos and listen to speeches by Russians. That way, you can practice along with them and learn different nuances. For more help, like how to mimic Russian cadences, read on.