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Megacities English Pronunciation Test
Practise advanced English pronunciation with the Megacities English Pronunciation Test. Read ten complex sentences about megacities and get an instant score.
Level C110 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 Megacities English Pronunciation Test
In the Megacities English Pronunciation Test you read ten advanced sentences about megacities. Your browser listens, compares every word and shows you which sounds to practise next.
Words You Will Practise
In this Megacities pronunciation test you will say key words such as megacities, vast, urban, areas, populations, exceeding, ten, million, people, number, keeps, growing. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.
Sounds in the Megacities Pronunciation Test
- S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
- F sound: For F, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and blow gently, as in fish.
- Plural endings: Say the -s at the end of plural words clearly: books, dogs, buses.
- R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
- J sound: For J, start with your tongue on the top of your mouth and use your voice, as in juice.
- K and G sounds: K is quiet and G uses your voice. Try coat and goat.
- 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.
- V sound: For V, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and use your voice, as in very.
- TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.
How to Do Well in the Megacities Pronunciation Test
- 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.
- Use a quiet room and keep your microphone close to you.
When you finish, try another C1 pronunciation test or choose a new level on the pronunciation test page.
Sounds in this test
What the Megacities English Pronunciation Test Checks
01
S and Z sounds
Megacities are vast urban areas with populations exceeding ten million people, and their number keeps growing.
02
F sound
Most of the world's fastest-growing megacities are located in Asia and Africa.
03
Plural endings
Rapid growth often outpaces the provision of housing, transport, water and sanitation.
04
R sound
Informal settlements provide homes for millions of people who cannot afford official housing.
05
J sound
Traffic congestion in some megacities can turn short journeys into exhausting daily ordeals.
06
K and G sounds
At the same time, megacities generate enormous economic opportunities and cultural creativity.
07
SH sound
Efficient public transport systems are essential for keeping such vast cities functioning.
08
Long I sound
Coastal megacities face growing risks from rising sea levels and extreme weather.
09
V sound
City governments must coordinate complex services across numerous districts and administrative boundaries.
10
TH sound
How megacities develop will shape the lives of a significant proportion of humanity.
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FAQ
Megacities English Pronunciation Test: FAQ
What is the Megacities English Pronunciation Test?
The Megacities 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 Megacities 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 Megacities 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.
