Pronunciation police—we’ve all met them. But why do some language learners get roasted for tiny slip-ups while others skate by? Dive into the fiery debate tearing apart Avonetics threads: Is flawless pronunciation a must, or just elitist gatekeeping? From Dutch class horror stories to English’s surprising leniency, discover why experts are split—and how your accent could be holding you back (or not!). Spoiler: Intelligibility might trump perfection. For advertising opportunities, visit Avonetics.com.