B2 Pronunciation Test · Upper Intermediate

Living in a Multicultural City English Pronunciation Test

Take the free Living in a Multicultural City English Pronunciation Test: read ten longer sentences about diversity and community aloud and see every unclear word in red.

Level B210 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 Living in a Multicultural City English Pronunciation Test

Want to sound clearer when you talk about diversity and community? The Living in a Multicultural City English Pronunciation Test lets you practise ten easy B2 sentences and check your English pronunciation in seconds.

Words You Will Practise

In this Living in a Multicultural City pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as live, city, more, than, hundred, languages, spoken, street, alone, families, poland, nigeria. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Living in a Multicultural City Pronunciation Test

  • L sound: For L, touch the top of your mouth just behind your teeth, as in love.
  • F sound: For F, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and blow gently, as in fish.
  • R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
  • Short E sound: Keep short vowels short and clear, as in cat, bed, sit, hot and cup.
  • J sound: For J, start with your tongue on the top of your mouth and use your voice, as in juice.
  • Long O sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • Y sound: For Y, start with your tongue high, as in yes and yellow.
  • S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
  • K and G sounds: K is quiet and G uses your voice. Try coat and goat.
  • Short I sound: Keep short vowels short and clear, as in cat, bed, sit, hot and cup.

How to Do Well in the Living in a Multicultural City Pronunciation Test

  • Take the test again tomorrow and try to beat your score.
  • Pause at commas, keep the rhythm steady and stress the key words in each part of the sentence.
  • If a word turns red, tap it, listen again and repeat the whole sentence.

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Sounds in this test

What the Living in a Multicultural City English Pronunciation Test Checks

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L sound

I live in a city where more than a hundred languages are spoken.

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F sound

On my street alone, there are families from Poland, Nigeria and Pakistan.

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R sound

This diversity is reflected in the wide range of restaurants and shops.

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Short E sound

Festivals from different cultures are celebrated throughout the year in local parks.

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J sound

Children at my son's school learn about many religions and traditions.

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Long O sound

Growing up surrounded by different cultures makes people more open-minded and tolerant.

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Y sound

Of course, living together also requires patience and mutual respect.

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S and Z sounds

Language barriers can sometimes make it difficult for newcomers to access services.

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K and G sounds

Community centres offer free classes to help people learn the local language.

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Short I sound

For me, the mix of cultures is what makes my city so exciting.

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Living in a Multicultural City English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Living in a Multicultural City English Pronunciation Test?
The Living in a Multicultural City 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 Living in a Multicultural City 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 Living in a Multicultural City 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.