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English Consonant Sounds Pronunciation Test (C1 Advanced)
Test the English consonants learners find hardest: TH, V and W, R and L, SH and CH, and more, in ten mixed sentences. This version uses C1 sentences: complex structures, academic and professional words.
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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 Consonant Sounds Pronunciation Test (C1 Advanced)
English has twenty four consonant sounds, and several do not exist in many other languages, such as the two TH sounds, the English R and the W. Others, like V and B or L and R, are easy to mix. This test spreads the most difficult consonants across ten sentences, so you can see at a glance which ones need extra work.
Why practise this at C1 level
At C1 small errors stand out more, because everything else sounds fluent. These advanced sentences use academic and professional vocabulary, long words and complex stress, so you can polish the last sounds that still give away your first language.
How to get it right
- Check which consonant your red words share
- Watch your lips and tongue in a mirror
- Use voice for voiced sounds such as V, Z and the TH in this
- Practise the sound with its dedicated test
Common mistakes
Common Mistakes This Test Helps You Fix
01
Replacing TH with T, D, S or F
02
Mixing V and W or L and R
03
Dropping final consonants
04
Forgetting to use your voice for Z and V
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
R sound
Supporters argue that responsible companies may perform better over the long term.
02
R sound
Poetry presents unique challenges, since rhythm and rhyme rarely survive translation intact.
03
R sound
Wearable sensors measure heart rate, speed and workload during every training session.
04
R sound
Improving conditions for workers worldwide demands cooperation between governments, businesses and consumers.
05
R sound
Some companies have replaced annual reviews with regular, informal conversations throughout the year.
06
R sound
Brain drain describes the emigration of highly skilled professionals from poorer to wealthier countries.
07
R sound
Caring responsibilities often force people to reduce their working hours or leave employment entirely.
08
R sound
Public art transforms ordinary streets, stations and parks into spaces for reflection and conversation.
09
R sound
Traditional varieties may carry valuable traits such as drought tolerance or resistance to disease.
10
R sound
Repayment rates are often surprisingly high, partly because borrowers support each other in groups.
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 Consonant Sounds Pronunciation Test (C1 Advanced): FAQ
How many consonant sounds are there in English?
English has twenty four consonant sounds, even though the alphabet has only twenty one consonant letters.
Is the English consonant sounds test C1 right for my level?
It is built for advanced learners. If you score above ninety, the C2 version is your final challenge.
Which English consonants are hardest?
The TH sounds, R, W and V, and the difference between L and R are the most common difficulties, but it depends on your first language.
Is the English consonant sounds test C1 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.