Estuary English

Estuary English is a speech style commonly spoken in southeastern England, especially around London and the Thames Estuary area. It blends aspects of traditional British accents with features of modern, informal speech. It involves using clearer pronunciation of certain sounds while incorporating some relaxed or simplified pronunciation patterns. This style is often heard in everyday conversation, media, and public speaking, making speech sound approachable and neutral without sounding overly formal or regional. Essentially, Estuary English is a natural, adaptable way of speaking that reflects both local roots and broader contemporary language use.