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B2 Pronunciation Test · Upper Intermediate
Raising Bilingual Children English Pronunciation Test
Take the free Raising Bilingual Children English Pronunciation Test: read ten longer sentences about raising bilingual children aloud and see every unclear word in red.
Level B210 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 Raising Bilingual Children English Pronunciation Test
In the Raising Bilingual Children English Pronunciation Test you read ten upper intermediate sentences about raising bilingual children. Your browser listens, compares every word and shows you which sounds to practise next.
Words You Will Practise
In this Raising Bilingual Children pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as raising, children, speak, both, english, italian, home, always, while, husband, speaks, first. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.
Sounds in the Raising Bilingual Children Pronunciation Test
- Long I sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
- S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
- Short E sound: Keep short vowels short and clear, as in cat, bed, sit, hot and cup.
- TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.
- T and D sounds: T is quiet and D uses your voice. Try ten and den.
- R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
- Short U 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.
How to Do Well in the Raising Bilingual Children 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 B2 pronunciation test or choose a new level on the pronunciation test page.
Sounds in this test
What the Raising Bilingual Children English Pronunciation Test Checks
01
Long I sound
We are raising our children to speak both English and Italian at home.
02
S and Z sounds
I always speak Italian to them, while my husband speaks to them in English.
03
Short E sound
At first, our son often mixed the two languages in the same sentence.
04
TH sound
Research shows that bilingual children often become very flexible and creative thinkers.
05
Long I sound
Grandparents play an important role in keeping the second language alive.
06
T and D sounds
We read bedtime stories in both languages to build their vocabulary.
07
R sound
Some days the children refuse to answer in Italian because English feels easier.
08
Short U sound
Spending summers in Italy has helped them speak much more naturally.
09
J sound
Being bilingual will give them many advantages when they start looking for jobs.
10
S and Z sounds
It takes consistency and patience, but we think it is absolutely worth it.
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FAQ
Raising Bilingual Children English Pronunciation Test: FAQ
What is the Raising Bilingual Children English Pronunciation Test?
The Raising Bilingual Children 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 Raising Bilingual Children 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 Raising Bilingual Children 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.
