Pronunciation Guides

Practical, original articles to help you pronounce English more clearly — from a repeatable method for hard words to accent differences and exam tips. Pair them with our audio tools to hear everything out loud.

How to Pronounce Difficult English Words

A practical method for tackling any hard-to-say English word — break it into syllables, find the stress, and use audio to check yourself.

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American vs British Pronunciation: The Key Differences

The main ways American and British English sound different — rhotic R, the "a" in "bath", the "t" flap, and stress — with clear examples.

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Pronunciation Tips for IELTS & TOEFL Speaking

What examiners actually score in speaking tests — and simple, high-impact pronunciation habits that raise your band/score.

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20 Commonly Mispronounced English Words (and How to Say Them)

Twenty words almost everyone gets wrong — from "quinoa" and "colonel" to "mischievous" — with the correct pronunciation and why they trip people up.

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How to Pronounce Names Correctly (and Respectfully)

Names deserve to be said right. A guide to pronouncing unfamiliar and non-English names — why it matters, and how to check before you speak.

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