The basic sounds of English: vowels, diphthongs and consonant pairs
About course
Proper pronunciation is the key to confident communication in English. Even with an extensive vocabulary and good grammar knowledge, incorrect articulation can become a barrier to understanding. Are you thinking or sinking? Are you sharing a funny story about a ship or a sheep?
The English language has a unique system of vowels and consonants, and achieving a natural sound is difficult without proper pronunciation.
In this course, we will cover the fundamental sounds of English and learn how to recognize and reproduce them accurately. The course is designed to help you not only memorize the rules but also practice them using audio and video materials. After all, to be understood, it's not only important what you say but how you say it.
The course has two sections:
- SECTION 1: VOWELS AND DIPHTHONGS
A detailed introduction to all the vowel sounds in English.
You will have learned to distinguish between short and long monophthong vowels, and master the pronunciation of diphthongs.
- SECTION 2: CONSONANT PAIRS
This section focuses on consonant sound pairs that often cause pronunciation difficulties. You will learn how to avoid common mistakes and clearly articulate sounds that differ in voicing.
Each lesson includes:
✅ A theoretical explanation of the sounds
✅ A video with a detailed pronunciation breakdown
✅ Audio materials for practice
This course is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to speak English naturally, and correctly.
This course is a perfect guide for anyone who wants to learn clear and correct English pronunciation
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Level:
Any level
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180 minutes
- 27 lessons
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Teacher's language:
English, Ukrainian
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Interactive exercises
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Audio
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Video
Course program
27 LESSONS
Each lesson includes both theory and practical exercises.
Vowel Sounds
17 lessons focused on individual sounds or diphthongs, and 3 lessons for review.
/ɪ/
/ɪ:/
/e/
/æ/
/ə/
/3:/
/ʌ/
/a:/
/ɒ/
/ɔː/
/ʊ/
/uː/
/aɪ/ and /eɪ/
/ɔɪ/
/əʊ/ and /aʊ/
/ɪə/ and /eə/
/ʊə/
Consonant Sounds
10 lessons on paired consonant sounds and 2 review lessons.
/b/ vs /p/
/t/ vs /d/
/k/ vs /g/
/f/, /v/, /w/
/θ/ vs /ð/
/s/ vs /z/
/ʃ/ vs /ʒ/
/tʃ/ vs /dʒ/
/s/ vs /θ/ , /z/ vs /ð/, /t/ vs /θ/
/m/, /n/, /ŋ/
Who is this course for
This course is suitable for all levels.
For those learning English independently and looking for a structured approach to mastering sounds.
For those planning to travel, study, or work abroad and wanting to sound more clear for the native speakers.
What will you get after the course
By the end of the course, you will be able to distinguish and pronounce different sounds correctly, helping you avoid common mistakes. You will have achieved clear and understandable pronunciation.
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Level:
Any level
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180 minutes
- 27 lessons
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Teacher's language:
English, Ukrainian
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Interactive exercises
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Audio
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Video
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