B2 Pronunciation Test · Upper Intermediate

Influence of Celebrities English Pronunciation Test

Check your English pronunciation with the Influence of Celebrities English Pronunciation Test. Ten longer B2 sentences about fame and role models, with an instant score.

Level B210 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 Influence of Celebrities English Pronunciation Test

The Influence of Celebrities English Pronunciation Test is a free B2 pronunciation test about fame and role models. Read ten longer 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 Influence of Celebrities pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as celebrities, huge, influence, fashion, beauty, trends, consumer, habits, famous, person, wears, certain. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Influence of Celebrities Pronunciation Test

  • Y sound: For Y, start with your tongue high, as in yes and yellow.
  • Long A sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • Long O 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.
  • P and B sounds: P has a small puff of air and B uses your voice. Try pen and Ben.
  • SH sound: For SH, push your lips forward and let the air flow softly, as in she.
  • Long I sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • 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.
  • CH sound: For CH, push your lips forward and stop the air for a moment, as in chicken.

How to Do Well in the Influence of Celebrities Pronunciation Test

  • 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.
  • Tap the speaker and listen to the model sentence before you speak.

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Sounds in this test

What the Influence of Celebrities English Pronunciation Test Checks

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Y sound

Celebrities have a huge influence on fashion, beauty trends and consumer habits.

02

Long A sound

When a famous person wears a certain brand, sales often increase dramatically.

03

Long O sound

Many young people see actors and athletes as role models to follow.

04

AIR sound

Some stars use their fame to raise awareness of important social issues.

05

P and B sounds

Others, however, set a poor example through careless behaviour online.

06

SH sound

Constant media attention can make celebrities' private lives extremely difficult.

07

Long I sound

Reality television has created a new kind of fame based on personality alone.

08

F sound

Social media influencers can earn more than many traditional film stars.

09

V sound

Critics argue that society places too much value on wealth and appearance.

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CH sound

Ideally, young people should admire achievements rather than simply fame.

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Influence of Celebrities English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Influence of Celebrities English Pronunciation Test?
The Influence of Celebrities English Pronunciation Test is a free B2 pronunciation test. You read longer sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the Influence of Celebrities 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 Influence of Celebrities 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 B2 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.