I am a beginner and only started learning seriously a month ago. My parents can speak Japanese and I picked a few(like 5) things since childhood.I can speak Mandarin and English fluently(if that plays a role in pronounciation).
Both my parents can speak Japanese so I kind of know how Japanese sounds like, but every time I try saying Japanese it comes out at a much lower tone than when I speak in Mandarin and English. Besides, I sound like I have phlegm.
Maybe I should just improve on that when I'm at a higher grade.
by JavierKavier
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Question, so your parents are japanese?
Most people feel their voice change when speaking a different language. But I’ve heard most people say that they speak in a higher tone for Japanese, so it’s interesting to hear it’s the opposite for you.
Your japanese voice will be different from your first language. It’s normal.