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How to Stop Sounding Uncertain: Eliminating High-Rising Terminal Uptalk

Ending declarative statements with a rising pitch makes you sound like you are asking for permission. Discover the downward inflection drill that projects authority.

Amit Kasliwal
Amit KasliwalCEO & Founder, Dehurdle
July 15, 20244 min read
How to Stop Sounding Uncertain: Eliminating High-Rising Terminal Uptalk

The Downward Inflection Habit

When delivering recommendations or metrics, ensure your pitch drops by 10 Hz on the final syllable of the sentence. This audibly communicates that the matter is settled.

The 2-Minute Practice Drill

2-Minute Spoken Drill

The 2-Minute Practice Drill

Test your vocal inflection curve in Dehurdle's Speech Diagnostic Engine.

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