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Cultural Diplomacy English Pronunciation Test

Practise advanced English pronunciation with the Cultural Diplomacy English Pronunciation Test. Read ten complex sentences about cultural diplomacy and get an instant score.

Level C110 sentencesAbout 3 minutesFree
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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 Cultural Diplomacy English Pronunciation Test

The Cultural Diplomacy English Pronunciation Test is a free C1 pronunciation test about cultural diplomacy. Read ten complex sentences out loud and the test gives you an instant pronunciation score, with every unclear word marked in red.

Words You Will Practise

In this Cultural Diplomacy pronunciation test you will say key words such as cultural, diplomacy, uses, art, music, language, education, build, understanding, between, nations, governments. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Cultural Diplomacy Pronunciation Test

  • J sound: For J, start with your tongue on the top of your mouth and use your voice, as in juice.
  • Plural endings: Say the -s at the end of plural words clearly: books, dogs, buses.
  • S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
  • R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
  • K and G sounds: K is quiet and G uses your voice. Try coat and goat.
  • F sound: For F, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and blow gently, as in fish.
  • V sound: For V, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and use your voice, as in very.
  • SH sound: For SH, push your lips forward and let the air flow softly, as in she.
  • T and D sounds: T is quiet and D uses your voice. Try ten and den.
  • TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.

How to Do Well in the Cultural Diplomacy Pronunciation Test

  • Tap the speaker and listen to the model sentence before you speak.
  • Use a quiet room and keep your microphone close to you.
  • Try the test in British English and then in American English to hear the difference.

When you finish, try another C1 pronunciation test or choose a new level on the pronunciation test page.

Sounds in this test

What the Cultural Diplomacy English Pronunciation Test Checks

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J sound

Cultural diplomacy uses art, music, language and education to build understanding between nations.

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Plural endings

Governments fund cultural institutes abroad to promote their language and creative industries.

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S and Z sounds

International exchange programmes allow students to experience life in another country firsthand.

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R sound

Touring orchestras and exhibitions can create goodwill even when political relations are tense.

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K and G sounds

Critics argue that cultural diplomacy is sometimes simply a sophisticated form of propaganda.

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F sound

Sports events, such as international tournaments, also serve as powerful platforms for national image.

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V sound

Films and television series have spread interest in certain countries' languages and cuisines worldwide.

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SH sound

Soft power refers to the ability to influence others through attraction rather than force.

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T and D sounds

Cultural cooperation can continue even when formal diplomatic channels have broken down.

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TH sound

Genuine exchange requires listening and learning as well as presenting one's own culture.

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Cultural Diplomacy English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Cultural Diplomacy English Pronunciation Test?
The Cultural Diplomacy English Pronunciation Test is a free C1 pronunciation test. You read complex sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the Cultural Diplomacy 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 Cultural Diplomacy 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 C1 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.