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OY Sound Pronunciation Test (A2 Elementary)
Test the OY in boy, coin, enjoy and noise, a short glide that should sound smooth, not like two syllables. All ten sentences are A2 level, with everyday topics and slightly longer phrases.
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About this test
About the OY Sound Pronunciation Test (A2 Elementary)
The OY sound in boy and coin starts with a rounded O, as in caught, and glides quickly towards a short I. It should be one smooth sound, not two separate vowels. It is spelled oy at the end of words, as in toy, and oi in the middle, as in point and voice.
Why practise this at A2 level
At A2 you already know the everyday words, so this is the right moment to fix habits before they become permanent. The sentences talk about shopping, travel and free time and are a little longer, which helps you keep the sound clear inside a phrase.
How to get it right
- Start with rounded lips, as for the O in more
- Glide quickly towards a short I
- Keep it in one syllable
- Practise boy, toy, voice and point
Common mistakes
Common Mistakes This Test Helps You Fix
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Splitting it into two syllables, so coin sounds like co-in
02
Missing the glide, so boy sounds like bo
03
Opening the start too much
04
Swallowing it in fast words like enjoy and avoid
Inside the test
The Ten Sentences in This Test
Each sentence trains one sound. The orange label above the sentence tells you which one.
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OY sound
My dad really enjoys his job.
02
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I enjoy cooking for my family.
03
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The airport was very busy and noisy.
04
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The room next door is really noisy.
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The hostel was noisy but very friendly.
06
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Meanwhile, boil some water for the pasta.
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The chain needs some oil as well.
08
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I play with her toys on the floor.
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The stairs make a noise when you walk.
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I also carry heavy bags of soil to cars.
How it works
How the Pronunciation Test Works
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Listen to the model
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Read it out loud
Tap the microphone and read the sentence. Your words appear on screen as you speak.
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Get your score
See a score out of 100 with every word in green, amber or red, then practise the red words.
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FAQ
OY Sound Pronunciation Test (A2 Elementary): FAQ
Which spellings make the OY sound?
Oy as in boy, toy and enjoy, and oi as in coin, point, voice and noise.
Is the OY sound test A2 right for my level?
It is ideal for elementary learners. If A2 feels easy and you score above ninety, move to the B1 version; if it feels hard, try the A1 version first.
Why does my OY sound like two syllables?
Your glide is too slow. Start the O, then move to the I quickly and smoothly, as one beat. Clap once while saying boy to feel the single syllable.
Is the OY sound test A2 free?
Yes. It is completely free, with no sign-up and no download. You only need a microphone and a browser such as Chrome, Edge or Safari.
How is my pronunciation scored?
The browser listens to each sentence and compares what it heard with the text, word by word. Clear words turn green, almost-right words amber and unclear words red, and you get a score out of 100.
Can I choose British or American English?
Yes. Choose British or American English before you start. The model voice, the spelling and the speech recognition all follow the accent you pick.