At the Swimming Lesson English Pronunciation Test
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A2 Pronunciation Test · Elementary
Talking About Clothes English Pronunciation Test
Check your English pronunciation with the Talking About Clothes English Pronunciation Test. Ten everyday A2 sentences about talking about clothes, with an instant score.
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 Talking About Clothes English Pronunciation Test
In the Talking About Clothes English Pronunciation Test you read ten elementary sentences about talking about clothes. Your browser listens, compares every word and shows you which sounds to practise next.
Words You Will Practise
In this Talking About Clothes pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as usually, wear, jeans, shirt, work, smart, favourite, jacket, dark, green, winter, thick. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.
Sounds in the Talking About Clothes Pronunciation Test
- 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.
- W sound: For W, make your lips small and round, then open them, as in water.
- R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
- H sound: For H, breathe out softly before the vowel, as in happy. Do not drop it.
- Long O sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
- 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.
- Question intonation: Let your voice go up at the end of a yes or no question.
How to Do Well in the Talking About Clothes 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 Talking About Clothes English Pronunciation Test Checks
01
J sound
I usually wear jeans and a T-shirt.
02
SH sound
At work I have to wear a smart shirt.
03
J sound
My favourite jacket is dark green.
04
W sound
In winter I wear a thick wool coat.
05
R sound
My sister loves bright, colourful dresses.
06
H sound
I do not like wearing high heels.
07
Long O sound
I buy most of my clothes online.
08
Linking words
I prefer comfortable clothes to fashionable ones.
09
S and Z sounds
My grandmother knitted this warm scarf for me.
10
Question intonation
What do you like to wear at the weekend?
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FAQ
Talking About Clothes English Pronunciation Test: FAQ
What is the Talking About Clothes English Pronunciation Test?
The Talking About Clothes 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 Talking About Clothes 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 Talking About Clothes 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.
