B10:30
cot / caught
Say each pair, keeping the two vowels clearly different.
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's' vs 'sh'
Pronunciation · A2 · 30 sec
Your prompt
Say this aloud, focusing on the highlighted sounds.
Say it slowly first, then again at a natural speed. We check the words came through clearly — this is not a phoneme test.
Reference
She sells shiny seashells, and the shop assistant said the same.
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A few things to cover
- •sea / she, sip / ship, sock / shock
- •'sh' rounds the lips slightly
Other pronunciation focus areas
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