B2 Pronunciation Test · Upper Intermediate

Packaging-Free Shops English Pronunciation Test

Practise upper intermediate English pronunciation with the Packaging-Free Shops English Pronunciation Test. Read ten longer sentences about packaging-free shops and get 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 Packaging-Free Shops English Pronunciation Test

The Packaging-Free Shops English Pronunciation Test is a free B2 pronunciation test about packaging-free shops. 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 Packaging-Free Shops pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as packaging, free, shops, sell, food, household, products, without, plastic, wrapping, customers, bring. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Packaging-Free Shops Pronunciation Test

  • P and B sounds: P has a small puff of air and B uses your voice. Try pen and Ben.
  • J sound: For J, start with your tongue on the top of your mouth and use your voice, as in juice.
  • Linking words: Join a word that ends in a consonant to a word that starts with a vowel, so it sounds smooth.
  • S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
  • 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.
  • TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.
  • Long O sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • CH sound: For CH, push your lips forward and stop the air for a moment, as in chicken.
  • Long A sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.

How to Do Well in the Packaging-Free Shops 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 B2 pronunciation test or choose a new level on the pronunciation test page.

Sounds in this test

What the Packaging-Free Shops English Pronunciation Test Checks

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P and B sounds

Packaging-free shops sell food and household products without any plastic wrapping.

02

J sound

Customers bring their own jars, bags and bottles to fill with products.

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Linking words

You can buy exactly the amount you need, which helps reduce food waste.

04

S and Z sounds

Rice, pasta, nuts and cereals are stored in large clear containers.

05

SH sound

Some shops also offer refills of shampoo, washing-up liquid and cleaning sprays.

06

Long I sound

Prices can be higher, but many items are surprisingly affordable.

07

TH sound

Shopping this way takes more planning than a quick trip to the supermarket.

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Long O sound

The owners of my local shop know most of their customers by name.

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CH sound

Even small changes, like refilling one bottle, can make a difference.

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Long A sound

These shops show that reducing plastic waste can be simple and practical.

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Packaging-Free Shops English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Packaging-Free Shops English Pronunciation Test?
The Packaging-Free Shops 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 Packaging-Free Shops 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 Packaging-Free Shops 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.