B2 Pronunciation Test · Upper Intermediate

Volunteering as a Path to Employment English Pronunciation Test

Take the free Volunteering as a Path to Employment English Pronunciation Test: read ten longer sentences about gaining experience 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 Volunteering as a Path to Employment English Pronunciation Test

Want to sound clearer when you talk about gaining experience? The Volunteering as a Path to Employment English Pronunciation Test lets you practise ten easy B2 sentences and check your English pronunciation in seconds.

Words You Will Practise

In this Volunteering as a Path to Employment pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as many, young, people, volunteering, offers, valuable, experience, before, find, paid, work, charities. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Volunteering as a Path to Employment Pronunciation Test

  • V sound: For V, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and use your voice, as in very.
  • CH sound: For CH, push your lips forward and stop the air for a moment, as in chicken.
  • P and B sounds: P has a small puff of air and B uses your voice. Try pen and Ben.
  • OY sound: For Y, start with your tongue high, as in yes and yellow.
  • W sound: For W, make your lips small and round, then open them, as in water.
  • TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.
  • 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.
  • Y sound: For Y, start with your tongue high, as in yes and yellow.
  • Long E sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.

How to Do Well in the Volunteering as a Path to Employment Pronunciation Test

  • If a word turns red, tap it, listen again and repeat the whole sentence.
  • Take the test again tomorrow and try to beat your score.
  • Pause at commas, keep the rhythm steady and stress the key words in each part of the sentence.

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Sounds in this test

What the Volunteering as a Path to Employment English Pronunciation Test Checks

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V sound

For many young people, volunteering offers valuable experience before they find paid work.

02

CH sound

Charities often need help with administration, events, fundraising and social media.

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P and B sounds

Volunteers develop practical skills such as teamwork, communication and problem-solving.

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OY sound

Employers are often impressed by candidates who have given their time to good causes.

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W sound

Volunteering can also help people build confidence after a long period without work.

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TH sound

Through volunteering, I met professionals who later became important contacts.

07

F sound

Some organisations offer formal training and certificates to their regular volunteers.

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Long O sound

It is important to choose a role that matches your interests and future goals.

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Y sound

Even a few hours each week can make a real difference to a community.

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Long E sound

Volunteering taught me that meaningful work is not always measured in money.

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Volunteering as a Path to Employment English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Volunteering as a Path to Employment English Pronunciation Test?
The Volunteering as a Path to Employment 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 Volunteering as a Path to Employment 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 Volunteering as a Path to Employment 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.