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Plural Endings Pronunciation Test (B1 Intermediate)
Cats, dogs or boxes? Test the three sounds of the English S ending in ten natural sentences. This version uses B1 sentences: natural, connected speech at intermediate level.
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About this test
About the Plural Endings Pronunciation Test (B1 Intermediate)
The S at the end of plural nouns, third person verbs and possessives has three sounds. After voiceless sounds it is S, as in cats and books. After voiced sounds it is Z, as in dogs and days. After hissing sounds such as S, SH or CH it is IZ, an extra syllable, as in boxes and watches. Dropping or mixing these endings is one of the most common learner errors.
Why practise this at B1 level
At B1 you speak in full sentences, and sounds start to change when words join together. These intermediate sentences make you keep the sound clear at a natural speed, which is exactly what people notice in a real conversation.
How to get it right
- Say S after voiceless sounds, as in cats and books
- Say Z after voiced sounds and vowels, as in dogs and plays
- Add the syllable IZ after hissing sounds, as in buses and wishes
- Do not drop the ending in fast speech
Common mistakes
Common Mistakes This Test Helps You Fix
01
Dropping the S, so books sounds like book
02
Saying S everywhere, even in dogs and days
03
Forgetting the extra syllable in boxes and churches
04
Adding an extra syllable where there is none, as in likes
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
Plural endings
We write about our families, schools and favourite music.
02
Plural endings
We learned to use natural methods to protect our plants.
03
Plural endings
Now I always have a back-up plan for important meetings.
04
Plural endings
First, we drew a plan and made a list of materials.
05
Plural endings
We carried our tents and clothes in bags on our bikes.
06
Plural endings
It was one of the most exciting parts of our holiday.
07
Plural endings
They did not notice me, so I took lots of pictures.
08
Plural endings
Many busy families eat burgers or pizza several times a week.
09
Plural endings
On the day, there were over thirty cakes on the tables.
10
Plural endings
I watched the plane through the window, but it was too late.
How it works
How the Pronunciation Test Works
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Listen to the model
Hear each sentence read by a natural British or American voice, at normal speed or slowly.
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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
Plural Endings Pronunciation Test (B1 Intermediate): FAQ
How do I know if a plural sounds S, Z or IZ?
Look at the last sound of the word, not the letter. Voiceless sounds take S, voiced sounds take Z, and S, Z, SH, CH, J sounds take IZ.
Is the plural endings pronunciation test B1 right for my level?
It suits intermediate learners. Score above ninety and move up to B2; if many words turn red, practise the A2 version first.
Do the same rules apply to verbs?
Yes. The third person ending, as in works, plays and watches, follows exactly the same three sounds as plurals.
Is the plural endings pronunciation test B1 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.