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A2 Pronunciation Test · Elementary
Pocket Money English Pronunciation Test
Take the free Pocket Money English Pronunciation Test: read ten everyday sentences about pocket money 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 Pocket Money English Pronunciation Test
In the Pocket Money English Pronunciation Test you read ten elementary sentences about pocket money. Your browser listens, compares every word and shows you which sounds to practise next.
Words You Will Practise
In this Pocket Money pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as get, pocket, money, every, saturday, morning, help, washing, extra, usually, spend, comics. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.
Sounds in the Pocket Money Pronunciation Test
- P and B sounds: P has a small puff of air and B uses your voice. Try pen and Ben.
- SH sound: For SH, push your lips forward and let the air flow softly, as in she.
- K and G sounds: K is quiet and G uses your voice. Try coat and goat.
- -ed endings: Past tense -ed can sound like T, D or ID: walked, played, wanted.
- Linking words: Join a word that ends in a consonant to a word that starts with a vowel, so it sounds smooth.
- Short O 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.
- H sound: For H, breathe out softly before the vowel, as in happy. Do not drop it.
- TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.
How to Do Well in the Pocket Money Pronunciation Test
- 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.
- Tap the speaker and listen to the model sentence before you speak.
When you finish, try another A2 pronunciation test or choose a new level on the pronunciation test page.
Sounds in this test
What the Pocket Money English Pronunciation Test Checks
01
P and B sounds
I get pocket money every Saturday morning.
02
SH sound
I help with the washing up for extra money.
03
K and G sounds
I usually spend it on comics and sweets.
04
SH sound
Sometimes I save it for something special.
05
-ed endings
Last month I bought a new football.
06
Linking words
My friend gets more pocket money than me.
07
Short O sound
I keep my money in a small box.
08
J sound
I am saving for a new video game.
09
H sound
My parents say I should save half of it.
10
TH sound
I think pocket money teaches us about money.
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FAQ
Pocket Money English Pronunciation Test: FAQ
What is the Pocket Money English Pronunciation Test?
The Pocket Money 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 Pocket Money 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 Pocket Money 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.
