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Ducks English Pronunciation Test
Check your English pronunciation with the Ducks English Pronunciation Test. Ten short A1 sentences about ducks, with an instant score.
Level A110 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 Ducks English Pronunciation Test
In the Ducks English Pronunciation Test you read ten beginner sentences about ducks. Your browser listens, compares every word and shows you which sounds to practise next.
Words You Will Practise
In this Ducks pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as ducks, live, lake, say, quack, swim, fly, baby, yellow, flat, feet, eat. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.
Sounds in the Ducks Pronunciation Test
- Long A sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
- K and G sounds: K is quiet and G uses your voice. Try coat and goat.
- S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
- Y sound: For Y, start with your tongue high, as in yes and yellow.
- F sound: For F, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and blow gently, as in fish.
- Long E sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
- Short U sound: Keep short vowels short and clear, as in cat, bed, sit, hot and cup.
- Long I sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
- W sound: For W, make your lips small and round, then open them, as in water.
- OY sound: For Y, start with your tongue high, as in yes and yellow.
How to Do Well in the Ducks 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 A1 pronunciation test or choose a new level on the pronunciation test page.
Sounds in this test
What the Ducks English Pronunciation Test Checks
01
Long A sound
Ducks live on the lake.
02
K and G sounds
They say quack.
03
S and Z sounds
Ducks can swim and fly.
04
Y sound
Baby ducks are yellow.
05
F sound
Ducks have flat feet.
06
Long E sound
They eat bread and seeds.
07
Short U sound
I feed the ducks.
08
Long I sound
Ducks swim in a line.
09
W sound
They get wet in the rain.
10
OY sound
The ducks are noisy.
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FAQ
Ducks English Pronunciation Test: FAQ
What is the Ducks English Pronunciation Test?
The Ducks English Pronunciation Test is a free A1 pronunciation test. You read short sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the Ducks 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 Ducks 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 A1 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.
