Words and Phonemes

This is the first video in a six-part series on pronunciation for the IELTS Speaking test. The video series looks at what pronunciation features are assessed in the IELTS Speaking test and shares practical advice on how you can improve in each area. Learn how English sounds work and why it’s important to pronounce these clearly. Find out how you can build your confidence in this area for both IELTS and real-world communication. Highlights: 00:28 - How is pronunciation assessed in the IELTS Speaking test? 01:08 - What are phonemes? 01:40 - Vowel sounds in English 02:14 - Consonant sounds in English 03:22 - How can I get better at pronouncing individual sounds and words? 🔗 Book an IELTS test: https://tinyurl.com/5n92v4r8 👆 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@IELTSbyIDP 🔗 Video links + resources: Read more about the series and download the phonemic chart: https://tinyurl.com/u6p4hu4r IELTS Speaking Band Descriptors: https://tinyurl.com/3fh6hkm6 Article: Understanding the IELTS Speaking band descriptors | IDP IELTS: https://tinyurl.com/mr2epp5u This video features real people and a real narrator. However, some visuals were created using AI to support learning and may not show real objects.