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English Tongue Twisters Pronunciation Test (A1 Beginner)
The ultimate pronunciation challenge: ten advanced English tongue twisters. Can you say every word clearly enough to turn it green? Every sentence here is A1 level: short, everyday and easy to read.
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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 this test
About the English Tongue Twisters Pronunciation Test (A1 Beginner)
Tongue twisters pack similar sounds closely together, so they expose any sound you cannot yet control at speed. Actors and singers use them to warm up, and they are excellent for training TH, R and L, S and SH, and P and B. These are proficiency level twisters, so do not worry if your first score is low. Start slowly, then speed up as the words turn green.
Why practise this at A1 level
At A1 the goal is simple: say common words clearly enough that a listener understands you first time. The sentences use the words you already know, such as family, food, home and school, so all your attention goes to the sound itself and not to the vocabulary.
How to get it right
- Start slowly and clearly, then speed up
- Exaggerate the mouth movements at first
- Practise the hardest part separately
- Try each twister three times in a row
Common mistakes
Common Mistakes This Test Helps You Fix
01
Going too fast before the sounds are clear
02
Mixing similar sounds such as S and SH
03
Running out of breath in long twisters
04
Giving up after the first attempt
Inside the test
The Ten Sentences in This Test
Each sentence trains one sound. The orange label above the sentence tells you which one.
01
CH sound
We buy some chicken.
02
K and G sounds
I cut the carrots.
03
Short A sound
She knows every animal.
04
K and G sounds
My dad cuts the watermelon.
05
Short A sound
The band plays the music.
06
Long I sound
Dad likes fish and rice.
07
K and G sounds
The bank is very quiet.
08
J sound
She gives my cat medicine.
09
P and B sounds
My brother wants a big burger.
10
P and B sounds
The pet shop has many animals.
How it works
How the Pronunciation Test Works
No downloads and no sign-up. Your browser listens and scores every word in seconds.
1
Listen to the model
Hear each sentence read by a natural British or American voice, at normal speed or slowly.
2
Read it out loud
Tap the microphone and read the sentence. Your words appear on screen as you speak.
3
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
English Tongue Twisters Pronunciation Test (A1 Beginner): FAQ
Why are tongue twisters good for pronunciation?
They force your mouth to switch quickly between similar sounds. Practising them makes those sounds faster and more precise in normal speech.
Is the tongue twisters pronunciation test A1 right for my level?
Yes, if you are a beginner. Every sentence is A1 level with simple words. If you score above ninety on most sentences, try the A2 version of this test.
What is a good score for tongue twisters?
Anything above seventy is very good for these advanced twisters. Even native speakers make mistakes at full speed.
Is the tongue twisters pronunciation test A1 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.