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Space Tourism English Pronunciation Test

Take the free Space Tourism English Pronunciation Test: read ten complex sentences about space tourism aloud and see every unclear word in red.

Level C110 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 Space Tourism English Pronunciation Test

The Space Tourism English Pronunciation Test is a free C1 pronunciation test about space tourism. Read ten complex 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 Space Tourism pronunciation test you will say key words such as private, companies, now, offer, wealthy, customers, chance, travel, briefly, into, space, short. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Space Tourism Pronunciation Test

  • S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
  • TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.
  • K and G sounds: K is quiet and G uses your voice. Try coat and goat.
  • R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
  • Plural endings: Say the -s at the end of plural words clearly: books, dogs, buses.
  • V sound: For V, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and use your voice, as in very.
  • F sound: For F, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and blow gently, as in fish.
  • Long O sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • J sound: For J, start with your tongue on the top of your mouth and use your voice, as in juice.
  • SH sound: For SH, push your lips forward and let the air flow softly, as in she.

How to Do Well in the Space Tourism 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.

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Sounds in this test

What the Space Tourism English Pronunciation Test Checks

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S and Z sounds

Private companies now offer wealthy customers the chance to travel briefly into space.

02

TH sound

Short flights allow passengers to experience weightlessness and see the curvature of the Earth.

03

K and G sounds

Tickets currently cost enormous sums, making space tourism accessible only to the extremely rich.

04

R sound

Critics argue that the money would be better spent addressing urgent problems on Earth.

05

Plural endings

Rocket launches produce emissions and pollutants that may affect the upper atmosphere.

06

V sound

Supporters believe space tourism will drive innovation and eventually reduce the cost of space travel.

07

F sound

Safety remains a major concern, as spaceflight still carries significant risks for passengers.

08

Long O sound

Some companies are planning orbiting hotels where guests could stay for several days.

09

J sound

Regulators must develop rules covering passenger safety, training and insurance for private spaceflight.

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SH sound

Whether space tourism becomes mainstream will depend on cost, safety and public interest.

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FAQ

Space Tourism English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Space Tourism English Pronunciation Test?
The Space Tourism 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 Space Tourism 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 Space Tourism 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.