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Business English Pronunciation Test (C2 Proficiency)
Sound clear and confident at work. Test your pronunciation on ten business sentences about companies, careers and money. This version uses C2 sentences: near-native challenges, dense sounds and fast rhythm.
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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 Business English Pronunciation Test (C2 Proficiency)
In meetings, presentations and calls, clear pronunciation matters more than a perfect accent. Colleagues and clients need to understand key words such as figures, product names and deadlines the first time. This test uses upper intermediate and advanced sentences on business topics, so you can practise the vocabulary you actually use at work and see which words a listener might miss.
Why practise this at C2 level
At C2 the aim is effortless, near-native clarity. These proficiency sentences pack difficult sounds into fast, dense phrases, many of them close to tongue twisters, so even confident speakers find out what still needs work.
How to get it right
- Slow down slightly on numbers and key terms
- Stress the most important word in each sentence
- Pronounce the endings of words like results and increased
- Keep a confident, steady pace
Common mistakes
Common Mistakes This Test Helps You Fix
01
Wrong stress on business words such as develop, company and economic
02
Swallowing endings in figures and plurals
03
Speaking too fast when nervous
04
Flat intonation that makes presentations sound uninterested
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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S and Z sounds
Network effects occur when a product becomes more valuable as more people use it.
02
Plural endings
Followers sometimes overlook serious flaws because they are dazzled by a leader's personal magnetism.
03
V sound
Feminist philosophers have argued that classical contract theories excluded women from the political community.
04
SH sound
Debates about taxation, welfare and civil liberties still echo arguments first articulated by these philosophers.
05
J sound
Farmers' markets reconnect city dwellers with the people who grow their food and the changing seasons.
06
L sound
The manager insisted on a level playing field, so every supplier received exactly the same information.
07
F sound
Once a platform dominates a market, users may feel locked in because their friends are all there.
08
TH sound
The new manager insisted that we think outside the box, although she rejected every unconventional idea we suggested.
09
R sound
Savvy employees learn to read between the lines of meetings, noticing alliances that never appear on the organisational chart.
10
W sound
After the merger, everyone was expected to pull their weight, and those who coasted were quickly shown the door.
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
Business English Pronunciation Test (C2 Proficiency): FAQ
Do I need a native accent for business English?
No. Most international business is conducted between non-native speakers. What matters is being easy to understand, and this test measures exactly that.
Is the business English pronunciation test C2 right for my level?
It is the hardest version, for proficient and near-native speakers. If you find it too difficult, practise the C1 version first.
How can I prepare for an important presentation?
Take this test to find your problem words, practise them with the model voice, then record yourself reading your presentation aloud before the day.
Is the business English pronunciation test C2 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.