B1 Pronunciation Test · Intermediate

My Biggest Achievement English Pronunciation Test

Practise intermediate English pronunciation with the My Biggest Achievement English Pronunciation Test. Read ten natural sentences about your biggest achievement and get an instant score.

Level B110 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 My Biggest Achievement English Pronunciation Test

The My Biggest Achievement English Pronunciation Test is a free B1 pronunciation test about your biggest achievement. Read ten natural 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 My Biggest Achievement pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as biggest, achievement, far, passing, driving, test, may, sound, impressive, people, however, failed. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the My Biggest Achievement Pronunciation Test

  • Long I sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
  • Long A sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.

How to Do Well in the My Biggest Achievement 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.

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Sounds in this test

What the My Biggest Achievement English Pronunciation Test Checks

01

Long I sound

My biggest achievement so far was passing my driving test.

02

R sound

That may not sound very impressive to some people.

03

Long A sound

However, I failed the test four times before I finally passed.

04

Long A sound

Each time I failed, I felt really disappointed and embarrassed.

05

R sound

My friends had all passed on their first or second attempt.

06

R sound

I almost gave up after the third time, but my dad encouraged me.

07

R sound

I took extra lessons and practised every weekend for months.

08

Long A sound

On the day I passed, I cried with happiness in the car.

09

Long A sound

It taught me that hard work and patience really do pay off.

10

Long A sound

Now I drive confidently and help my younger sister learn.

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FAQ

My Biggest Achievement English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the My Biggest Achievement English Pronunciation Test?
The My Biggest Achievement English Pronunciation Test is a free B1 pronunciation test. You read natural sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the My Biggest Achievement 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 My Biggest Achievement 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 B1 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.