A2 Pronunciation Test · Elementary

Making an Appointment English Pronunciation Test

Take the free Making an Appointment English Pronunciation Test: read ten everyday sentences about making an appointment aloud and see every unclear word in red.

Level A210 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 Making an Appointment English Pronunciation Test

The Making an Appointment English Pronunciation Test is a free A2 pronunciation test about making an appointment. Read ten everyday 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 Making an Appointment pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as like, make, appointment, brown, free, wednesday, morning, space, half, past, nine, time. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Making an Appointment Pronunciation Test

  • Linking words: Join a word that ends in a consonant to a word that starts with a vowel, so it sounds smooth.
  • Question intonation: Let your voice go up at the end of a yes or no question.
  • Short A sound: Keep short vowels short and clear, as in cat, bed, sit, hot and cup.
  • F sound: For F, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and blow gently, as in fish.
  • Long A sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • Short E sound: Keep short vowels short and clear, as in cat, bed, sit, hot and cup.

How to Do Well in the Making an Appointment 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 A2 pronunciation test or choose a new level on the pronunciation test page.

Sounds in this test

What the Making an Appointment English Pronunciation Test Checks

01

Linking words

I would like to make an appointment, please.

02

Question intonation

Is Dr Brown free on Wednesday morning?

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Short A sound

We have a space at half past nine.

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F sound

That time is perfect for me, thank you.

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Question intonation

Could I have your name and date of birth?

06

Long A sound

Please arrive ten minutes before your appointment.

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Long A sound

If you are late, we may cancel it.

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Question intonation

Can I change the time if I need to?

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Long A sound

Yes, just call us one day before.

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Short E sound

Great, I will see you on Wednesday.

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Making an Appointment English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Making an Appointment English Pronunciation Test?
The Making an Appointment English Pronunciation Test is a free A2 pronunciation test. You read everyday sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the Making an Appointment 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 Making an Appointment 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 A2 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.