B1 Pronunciation Test · Intermediate

Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test

Check your English pronunciation with the Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test. Ten natural B1 sentences about advice for new students, with an instant score.

Level B110 sentencesAbout 3 minutesFree
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 the Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test

This free Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test is made for intermediate learners. Each of the ten sentences about advice for new students sounds like real conversation, with weak forms and natural word stress.

Words You Will Practise

In this Advice for New Students pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as starting, new, school, try, friendly, join, club, team, soon, easiest, way, meet. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Advice for New Students Pronunciation Test

  • Long E sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • Long OO sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • AIR sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
  • Long I sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
  • Linking words: Join a word that ends in a consonant to a word that starts with a vowel, so it sounds smooth.
  • J sound: For J, start with your tongue on the top of your mouth and use your voice, as in juice.

How to Do Well in the Advice for New Students Pronunciation Test

  • Stress the important words and say small words like to, for and of quickly and softly.
  • If a word turns red, tap it, listen again and repeat the whole sentence.
  • Take the test again tomorrow and try to beat your score.

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Sounds in this test

What the Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test Checks

01

Long E sound

If you are starting at a new school, try to be friendly.

02

Long OO sound

Join a club or team as soon as you can.

03

Long E sound

It is the easiest way to meet people with similar interests.

04

AIR sound

Do not be afraid to ask teachers for help.

05

Long I sound

Make sure you write down all your homework deadlines.

06

Long E sound

Try to get enough sleep, especially before exams.

07

R sound

It is normal to feel nervous in the first few weeks.

08

Long OO sound

Remember that everyone else in your class is new too.

09

Linking words

Don't compare yourself with other students all the time.

10

J sound

Most importantly, try to enjoy the whole experience.

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FAQ

Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test?
The Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test is a free B1 pronunciation test. You read natural sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test?
Choose British or American English, tap Start the test, listen to the model sentence and then tap the microphone and read it aloud. Your score appears as soon as you finish speaking.
How is my pronunciation score calculated?
Every word you say is compared with the sentence. Clear words count fully, almost correct words count half and extra or missing words lower the score.
Is the Advice for New Students English Pronunciation Test free?
Yes. It is completely free, with no sign-up. You can take it as many times as you like.
What should I do after the test?
Practise the red words, then try another B1 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.