Speaking & Pronunciation Toolkit
Practise listen-and-repeat prompts, refine pronunciation with targeted drills, and role-play real-life scenarios. Everything runs offline so you can rehearse anytime.
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Daily routine
Listen & RepeatPrompt: I wake up at seven, brew coffee, and review my notes for the day.
How to practise
- Play the audio clip or read the prompt aloud.
- Repeat the sentence twice, matching the rhythm.
- Record yourself and compare stress on 'review my notes'.
Focus
Stress the actions equally so the sentence flows naturally.
Confident introductions
Listen & RepeatPrompt: Hi, I’m Maya. I help teams deliver accessible design systems.
How to practise
- Smile as you speak; facial tension affects sound.
- Pause slightly after your name.
- Emphasise 'accessible design systems'.
Focus
Build a confident tone for networking or interviews.
Minimal pairs with V and W
Pronunciation CheckerPrompt: We value every voice.
How to practise
- Say the sentence slowly.
- Place a finger gently on your lips: 'value' vibrates, 'voice' vibrates, 'we' should not.
- If you feel vibration on 'we', practice the 'W' sound alone: 'wuh, wuh, we'.
Focus
Differentiate V (vibrates) and W (rounded lips without vibration).
Ending consonants
Pronunciation CheckerPrompt: I packed the documents last night.
How to practise
- Record yourself, then listen back to make sure the 't' in 'packed' is audible.
- Tap the table lightly when you pronounce 'packed' to reinforce the ending sound.
Focus
Avoid dropping final consonants in past-tense verbs.
Classic speed challenge
Tongue TwisterPrompt: She sells seashells by the seashore.
How to practise
- Start slowly, exaggerating each 'sh' sound.
- Increase speed while keeping the consonants crisp.
- Record and compare your first and third attempts.
Focus
Strengthen 'sh' vs 's' distinction and mouth agility.
Business buzzwords
Tongue TwisterPrompt: Robust roadmaps require rigorous review.
How to practise
- Clap on each 'r' sound to maintain rhythm.
- Practice twice at normal pace, once at a faster pace.
- Use it as a warm-up before meetings.
Focus
Practise R sounds and breath control.
Customer support empathy
Role PlayPrompt: Scenario: A user reports a login issue. Reassure them and outline the next steps.
How to practise
- Read the scenario silently.
- Record a 30-second reply that acknowledges the issue, states the fix, and thanks the user.
- Play it back and check if your tone sounds calm and helpful.
Focus
Balance empathy and clarity in customer-facing conversations.
Team stand-up update
Role PlayPrompt: Scenario: You’re giving a concise project update at a stand-up meeting.
How to practise
- Outline: what you completed yesterday, today’s focus, any blockers.
- Speak for under 45 seconds.
- Listen back and note if any filler words (like 'um') appear.
Focus
Deliver concise, confident progress updates.
Expressing enthusiasm
Listen & RepeatPrompt: That’s wonderful news—congratulations on the promotion!
How to practise
- Smile as you speak to keep the tone upbeat.
- Stress 'wonderful' and 'congratulations'.
- Record yourself; ensure the enthusiasm sounds natural, not forced.
Focus
Practise positive intonation for celebratory moments.
TH vs T
Pronunciation CheckerPrompt: Thank you for taking the time.
How to practise
- Touch your tongue lightly between your teeth for 'thank'.
- Keep the tongue behind your teeth for 'taking' and 'time'.
- Repeat slowly, then increase speed while keeping the difference clear.
Focus
Differentiate voiced and voiceless TH sounds from T.
1. Choose a listen-and-repeat prompt to get your mouth moving.
2. Run a pronunciation check on sounds you find challenging.
3. Finish with a role play or tongue twister for confidence.
• Use your phone’s voice memos to record exercises and track improvement.
• Listen for filler words, pacing, and emphasis—aim for clear, natural rhythm.
• Pair with Paragraph Improver to turn speaking prompts into writing practice.