{"id":25559264,"date":"2023-04-26T13:49:51","date_gmt":"2023-04-26T08:19:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/?p=25559264"},"modified":"2025-12-01T18:11:48","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T12:41:48","slug":"common-pronunciation-errors-in-english","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Pronunciation Errors in English"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e7b088e70f6\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" 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>Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#What_pronunciation_really_means\" >What pronunciation really means<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#Why_pronunciation_mistakes_matter\" >Why pronunciation mistakes matter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#Common_consonant_pronunciation_mistakes\" >Common consonant pronunciation mistakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#Common_vowel_pronunciation_mistakes\" >Common vowel pronunciation mistakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#Word_stress_and_sentence_stress_mistakes\" >Word stress and sentence stress mistakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#Intonation_and_rhythm_problems\" >Intonation and rhythm problems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#Why_non-native_speakers_make_these_errors\" >Why non-native speakers make these errors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#Self-check_Are_you_making_these_mistakes\" >Self-check: Are you making these mistakes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#Daily_tips_to_fix_English_pronunciation\" >Daily tips to fix English pronunciation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#7-day_pronunciation_improvement_plan\" >7-day pronunciation improvement plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#How_Entris_Spoken_English_Course_can_help\" >How Entri\u2019s Spoken English Course can help<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/common-pronunciation-errors-in-english\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"alert alert-error\">\n<h3><strong>Key Takeaways:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Pronunciation is the key to clear, confident English\u2014no matter your accent.<\/li>\n<li>The most common mistakes are predictable and fixable with daily habits.<\/li>\n<li>Self-recording, minimal pairs, and feedback accelerate success.<\/li>\n<li>Entri\u2019s Spoken English Course provides expert guidance in real situations.<\/li>\n<li>Pair it with Career Level-Up for unbeatable workplace communication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Have you ever tried to express yourself in English, only for the listener to give you a blank stare or ask you to repeat what you said? It\u2019s more common than you think\u2014even fluent English speakers sometimes stumble over tricky sounds, leading to misunderstandings or lost confidence. Pronunciation isn\u2019t just about \u201csounding British or American\u201d; it\u2019s about being clearly understood wherever you go.<\/p>\n<p>Most pronunciation errors have a pattern: native language influence, tricky spelling, and rushing through sentences. The good news? Fixing them is possible and doesn\u2019t take years. In this blog, you\u2019ll discover the most common mistakes, practical examples, and actionable tips that work. By the end, saying words like \u201ccomfortable\u201d or \u201cworld\u201d will feel easy and natural\u2014plus, you\u2019ll know how Entri\u2019s personalized courses can guide you each step of the way.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-25632199 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/2897-_2_-_1_-300x200.webp\" alt=\"common pronunciation errors\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/2897-_2_-_1_-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/2897-_2_-_1_-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/2897-_2_-_1_.webp 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_pronunciation_really_means\"><\/span><strong>What pronunciation really means<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pronunciation is how you produce sounds, stress, and intonation so others understand you easily. It covers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consonant sounds: crisp, clear, and correctly placed.<\/li>\n<li>Vowel sounds: short, long, and relaxed.<\/li>\n<li>Stress: knowing which syllables and words to emphasize.<\/li>\n<li>Intonation: giving your voice a natural, expressive flow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Non-native speakers often struggle due to mother tongue influence, guessing from spelling, or speaking too quickly. Clear pronunciation helps you sound professional, friendly, and confident.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/spoken-english-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Elevate your speaking skills with our Spoken English Course!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_pronunciation_mistakes_matter\"><\/span><strong>Why pronunciation mistakes matter<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Research shows poor pronunciation can lower perceived competence\u2014even when your grammar and vocabulary are excellent. Accent bias is real, especially in interviews and meetings, so clarity can boost trust and confidence.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Good pronunciation leads to better job prospects, smoother social interactions, and higher self-esteem.<\/li>\n<li>Listeners often judge professionalism by how easy your English is to follow, not your accent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Regular, targeted pronunciation practice greatly increases comprehension and speech recognition, according to leading ESL studies.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><b>Free PDFs for download<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b><div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TIPS-TO-IMPROVE-ACENT-AND-PRONUNCIATION_-1-1.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TIPS-TO-IMPROVE-ACENT-AND-PRONUNCIATION_-1-1.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556388\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Download Tips to improve your accent and pronunciation 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data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/GREETING-CASUAL_compressed-1-1.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556388\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Download greetings casual pdf<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><\/a><\/div><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b><div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-VOCABULARY-SOCIAL-MEDIA_compressed-1-2.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-VOCABULARY-SOCIAL-MEDIA_compressed-1-2.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556388\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Download social media vocabulary pdf<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><\/a><\/div><\/b><\/td>\n<td><b><div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-VOCABULARY-KITCHEN_compressed-1-2.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-VOCABULARY-KITCHEN_compressed-1-2.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556388\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Download kitchen vocabulary pdf<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><\/a><\/div><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b><div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-VOCABULARY-HOSPITAL.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-VOCABULARY-HOSPITAL.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556388\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Download hospital vocabulary pdf<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><\/a><\/div><\/b><\/td>\n<td><b><div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-VOCABULARY-AIRPORT.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-VOCABULARY-AIRPORT.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556388\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Download airport vocabulary pdf<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><\/a><\/div><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b><div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-Trending-words.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/E-BOOK-TOPICS-Trending-words.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556388\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Download trending words pdf<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><\/a><\/div><\/b><\/td>\n<td><b><div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Different-ways-to-say-how-are-you_compressed-1-1.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Different-ways-to-say-how-are-you_compressed-1-1.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556388\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Download Different ways to say how are you pdf<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><\/a><\/div><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_consonant_pronunciation_mistakes\"><\/span><strong>Common consonant pronunciation mistakes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>\u201cTh\u201d sounds \/\u03b8\/ and \/\u00f0\/<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Many learners say \u201ctree\u201d instead of \u201cthree\u201d or \u201czis\u201d for \u201cthis.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Quick tip:<\/strong> Place your tongue between your teeth for \u201cth\u201d. Blow out (three: \/\u03b8\/). Add voice (this: \/\u00f0\/).<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Example pairs<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Three \u2013 think \u2013 Thursday<\/li>\n<li>This \u2013 those \u2013 mother \u2013 other<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>\u201cV\u201d and \u201cW\u201d confusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Mixing \u201cwery\u201d and \u201cvery\u201d is common.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Quick tip:<\/strong> For \u201cv\u201d, touch upper teeth to the lower lip and add voice. For \u201cw\u201d, round lips and avoid teeth contact.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Practice words<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Very \u2013 wary \u2013 vine \u2013 wine<\/li>\n<li>Vest \u2013 west<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Silent letters: ps, pn, kn, and more<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t pronounce the silent letter!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>ps- (psychology, pseudonym): Only say \/s\/<\/li>\n<li>pn- (pneumonia): Only say \/n\/<\/li>\n<li>kn- (know, knee): Only say \/n\/<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Mini Table: Common Silent Letters<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Word<\/th>\n<th>Correct Pronunciation<\/th>\n<th>Common Error<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>psychology<\/td>\n<td>\/sa\u026a\u02c8k\u0252l\u0259d\u0292i\/<\/td>\n<td>\/psa\u026a-&#8230;\/<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>pneumonia<\/td>\n<td>\/nju\u02d0\u02c8m\u0259\u028an\u026a\u0259\/<\/td>\n<td>\/pnju\u02d0-&#8230;\/<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>know<\/td>\n<td>\/n\u0259\u028a\/<\/td>\n<td>\/kn\u0259\u028a\/<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>wrap<\/td>\n<td>\/r\u00e6p\/<\/td>\n<td>\/wr\u00e6p\/<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>salmon<\/td>\n<td>\/\u02c8s\u00e6m\u0259n\/<\/td>\n<td>\/s\u00e6lmon\/<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong>\u201cR\u201d and \u201cL\u201d confusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p>If \u201clight\u201d and \u201cright\u201d sound the same, check tongue position\u2014\u201cl\u201d touches the teeth, \u201cr\u201d is pulled back.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Practice pairs<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Light \u2013 right<\/li>\n<li>Glass \u2013 grass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Dropping final consonants<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t skip the last sound: \u201cbed\u201d, not \u201cbe\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Slow down and exaggerate final sounds.<\/li>\n<li>Practice with a recorder.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_vowel_pronunciation_mistakes\"><\/span><strong>Common vowel pronunciation mistakes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Short vs long vowels<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Mixing up \u201cship\u201d and \u201csheep\u201d is common.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Short vowels: brief (ship, sit)<\/li>\n<li>Long vowels: held longer (sheep, seat)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Practice pairs<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ship \u2013 sheep<\/li>\n<li>Full \u2013 fool<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>\/\u0254\u02d0\/ vs \/a\u028a\/ and similar sounds<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>\u201cCaught\u201d and \u201ccow\u201d have different vowels.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\/\u0254\u02d0\/: mouth rounded, same position (caught)<\/li>\n<li>\/a\u028a\/: mouth wide, moves to \u201cw\u201d shape (cow)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Try<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Caught \u2013 cow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>\/e\/ vs \/\u00e6\/<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>\u201cPen\u201d (mid, relaxed) vs \u201cpan\u201d (wide open).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pen \u2013 pan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>The schwa \/\u0259\/<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>\/\u0259\/ is the \u201clazy\u201d vowel in unstressed syllables (about, support).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Relax mouth, quick sound\u2014listen for \u201cuh\u201d in natural speech.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>About, teacher, problem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Word_stress_and_sentence_stress_mistakes\"><\/span><strong>Word stress and sentence stress mistakes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Stressing every syllable equally<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Flat speech is hard to follow. Emphasize main syllables:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>PHO-to-graph (noun), pho-TO-gra-pher (person)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Sentence Stress<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cI\u2019d like to BOOK a TA-ble for TO-night.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Stress meaning changes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The same word can be a noun or verb:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>REcord (noun) vs reCORD (verb)<\/li>\n<li>PREsent (noun) vs preSENT (verb)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mimic native stress using audio or apps.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intonation_and_rhythm_problems\"><\/span><strong>Intonation and rhythm problems<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Flat or limited intonation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>English uses pitch for meaning.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Falling intonation for statements (\u201cI finished.\u201d)<\/li>\n<li>Rising intonation for yes\/no (\u201cAre you ready?\u201d)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Practice:<\/strong> Record questions and statements; check pitch curves.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Speaking too fast<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Rushing leads to dropped sounds.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Focus on strong\u2013weak\u2013strong rhythm.<\/li>\n<li>Pause between thought units.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/spoken-english-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Elevate your speaking skills with our Spoken English Course!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_non-native_speakers_make_these_errors\"><\/span><strong>Why non-native speakers make these errors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Errors mostly come from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mapping English sounds to closest sounds in your native language<\/li>\n<li>Limited listening to different English accents<\/li>\n<li>Learning mainly from reading, not audio<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Awareness is key\u2014identify, practice, and repeat. Studies show feedback and spaced repetition yield best gains.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self-check_Are_you_making_these_mistakes\"><\/span><strong>Self-check: Are you making these mistakes?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Go through this quick checklist:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Replace \u201cth\u201d with \/t\/, \/d\/, \/s\/, or \/z\/.<\/li>\n<li>Mix \u201cv\u201d and \u201cw\u201d.<\/li>\n<li>Overstress every word.<\/li>\n<li>Skip final consonants.<\/li>\n<li>Shy away from speaking due to your accent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If yes to more than two, targeted practice will help noticeably.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-25632200 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/25402495-_1_-300x200.webp\" alt=\"common pronunciation errors\" width=\"522\" height=\"348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/25402495-_1_-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/25402495-_1_-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/25402495-_1_.webp 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 522px) 100vw, 522px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daily_tips_to_fix_English_pronunciation\"><\/span><strong>Daily tips to fix English pronunciation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Listen actively:<\/strong> Choose short podcasts\/videos. Focus on 3\u20135 words per session.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a recorder:<\/strong> Compare self-recordings to native speakers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practice minimal pairs:<\/strong> E.g. ship\/sheep, vet\/wet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mirror practice:<\/strong> Watch tongue\/lip movement in a mirror.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shadowing:<\/strong> Speak along with native audio to copy stress and intonation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-day_pronunciation_improvement_plan\"><\/span><strong>7-day pronunciation improvement plan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Day 1:<\/strong> Record a self-intro and note 3 recurring issues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 2:<\/strong> Practice \u201cth\u201d, \u201cv\/w\u201d with word lists and a mirror.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 3:<\/strong> Short\/long vowels; exaggerate differences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 4:<\/strong> Focus on word stress in long words.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 5:<\/strong> Read short dialogues, stressing content words.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 6:<\/strong> Shadow a video\u2014copy rhythm and pitch.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 7:<\/strong> Record self-intro again, compare results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Repeat weekly for lasting progress.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Entris_Spoken_English_Course_can_help\"><\/span><strong>How Entri\u2019s Spoken English Course can help<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Entri\u2019s Spoken English Course is designed for the modern learner seeking results. 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