A1 Pronunciation Test · Beginner

Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test

Practise beginner English sounds with the Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test. Read ten short sentences about jobs and work and get an instant score.

Level A110 sentencesAbout 3 minutesFree
1Listen firstTap the speaker to hear a native model of each sentence.
2Read it aloudTap the microphone and say the sentence clearly at a normal speed.
3See your scoreGreen is clear, amber is almost right, red needs practice.
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About the Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test

Want to sound clearer when you talk about jobs and work? The Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test lets you practise ten easy A1 sentences and check your English pronunciation in seconds.

Words You Will Practise

In this Jobs and Work pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as mum, teacher, dad, doctor, works, shop, drives, bus, farmer, cows, nurse, kind. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Jobs and Work Pronunciation Test

  • CH sound: For CH, push your lips forward and stop the air for a moment, as in chicken.
  • T and D sounds: T is quiet and D uses your voice. Try ten and den.
  • SH sound: For SH, push your lips forward and let the air flow softly, as in she.
  • Long I sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • OW sound: For W, make your lips small and round, then open them, as in water.
  • Word stress: Say the strong syllable a little louder and longer than the others.
  • J sound: For J, start with your tongue on the top of your mouth and use your voice, as in juice.

How to Do Well in the Jobs and Work Pronunciation Test

  • If a word turns red, tap it, listen again and repeat the whole sentence.
  • Take the test again tomorrow and try to beat your score.
  • Read slowly and clearly. Speed is not important at A1 level.

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Sounds in this test

What the Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test Checks

01

CH sound

My mum is a teacher.

02

T and D sounds

My dad is a doctor.

03

SH sound

She works in a shop.

04

Long I sound

He drives a bus.

05

OW sound

A farmer has cows.

06

Long I sound

The nurse is kind.

07

SH sound

A chef cooks food.

08

Word stress

I want to be a pilot.

09

Word stress

The police officer helps people.

10

J sound

I like my job.

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FAQ

Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test?
The Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test is a free A1 pronunciation test. You read short sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test?
Choose British or American English, tap Start the test, listen to the model sentence and then tap the microphone and read it aloud. Your score appears as soon as you finish speaking.
How is my pronunciation score calculated?
Every word you say is compared with the sentence. Clear words count fully, almost correct words count half and extra or missing words lower the score.
Is the Jobs and Work English Pronunciation Test free?
Yes. It is completely free, with no sign-up. You can take it as many times as you like.
What should I do after the test?
Practise the red words, then try another A1 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.